2 Corinthians 11:18 cpdv — Since so many glory according to the flesh, I will glory also.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Since so many glory according to the flesh, I will glory also. "

— 2 Corinthians 11:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Corinthians 11 — Context

15

Therefore, it is no great thing if his ministers present themselves as if they were ministers of justice, for their end shall be according to their works.

16

I say again. And let no one consider me to be foolish. Or, at least, accept me as if I were foolish, so that I also may glory a small amount.

17

What I am saying is not said according to God, but as if in foolishness, in this matter of glorying.

18

Since so many glory according to the flesh, I will glory also.

19

For you freely accept the foolish, though you yourselves claim to be wise.

20

For you permit it when someone guides you into servitude, even if he devours you, even if he takes from you, even if he is extolled, even if he strikes you repeatedly on the face.

21

I speak according to disgrace, as if we had been weak in this regard. In this matter, (I speak in foolishness) if anyone dares, I dare also.

2 Corinthians 11:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 11:18 say?
2 Corinthians 11:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Since so many glory according to the flesh, I will glory also. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 11:18 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 11:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 11, verse 18.
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 55–56.
What is the book of 2 Corinthians about?
Paul's most personal letter — a defense of his ministry against "false apostles" and a window into the suffering, comfort, weakness, and strength of a true servant of Christ. It contains some of the New Testament's most striking words on generosity, reconciliation, and the new creation.
What are the major themes of 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians explores themes including Ministry, Suffering, Comfort, Reconciliation, Generosity, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Corinthians 11:18.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 11:18 in?
2 Corinthians 11:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Corinthians 11:18?
2 Corinthians 11:18 reads (CPDV): “Since so many glory according to the flesh, I will glory also. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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