2 Corinthians 12:13 kjva — For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgiv…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me this wrong."

— 2 Corinthians 12:13, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Corinthians 12 — Context

10

Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.

11

I am become a fool in glorying; ye have compelled me: for I ought to have been commended of you: for in nothing am I behind the very chiefest apostles, though I be nothing.

12

Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds.

13

For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me this wrong.

14

Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I seek not yours, but you: for the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children.

15

And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.

16

But be it so, I did not burden you: nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you with guile.

2 Corinthians 12:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 12:13 say?
2 Corinthians 12:13 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me this wrong.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 12:13 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 12:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 12, verse 13.
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 12:13.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 12:13 in?
2 Corinthians 12:13 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 12:13?
2 Corinthians 12:13 reads (KJVA): “For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me this wrong.” 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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