2 Corinthians 11:31 bbe — The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be praise for ever, is witness that the things which I say are tru…

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"The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be praise for ever, is witness that the things which I say are true."

— 2 Corinthians 11:31, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for evermore, knoweth that I lie not.”
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ASV
“The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, he who is blessed for evermore knoweth that I lie not. ”
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WEB
“The God and Father of the Lord Jesus Christ, he who is blessed forevermore, knows that I don't lie.”
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“The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, who is blessed forever, knows I am not lying.”
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2 Corinthians 11 — Context

In addition to all the other things, there is that which comes on me every day, the care of all the churches.

Who is feeble and I am not feeble? who is in danger of falling, and I am not angry?

If I have to take credit to myself, I will do so in the things in which I am feeble.

The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be praise for ever, is witness that the things which I say are true.

In Damascus, the ruler under Aretas the king kept watch over the town of the people of Damascus, in order to take me:

And being let down in a basket from the wall through a window, I got free from his hands.

2 Corinthians 11:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 11:31 say?

2 Corinthians 11:31 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be praise for ever, is witness that the things which I say are true.”

Where is 2 Corinthians 11:31 in the Bible?

2 Corinthians 11:31 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 11, verse 31.

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 11:31.

What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 11:31 in?

2 Corinthians 11:31 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 11:31?

2 Corinthians 11:31 reads (BBE): “The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be praise for ever, is witness that the things which I say are true.” 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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