2 Corinthians 12:4 asv — how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.

American Standard Version

"how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. "

— 2 Corinthians 12:4, American Standard Version

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2 Corinthians 12 — Context

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I must needs glory, though it is not expedient; but I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.

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I know a man in Christ, fourteen years ago (whether in the body, I know not; or whether out of the body, I know not; God knoweth), such a one caught up even to the third heaven.

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And I know such a man (whether in the body, or apart from the body, I know not; God knoweth),

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how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter.

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On behalf of such a one will I glory: but on mine own behalf I will not glory, save in my weaknesses.

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For if I should desire to glory, I shall not be foolish; for I shall speak the truth: but I forbear, lest any man should account of me above that which he seeth me to be, or heareth from me.

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And by reason of the exceeding greatness of the revelations, that I should not be exalted overmuch, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, that I should not be exalted overmuch.

2 Corinthians 12:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 12:4 say?
2 Corinthians 12:4 in the American Standard Version reads: “how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 12:4 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 12:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 12, verse 4.
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 12:4.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 12:4 in?
2 Corinthians 12:4 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 12:4?
2 Corinthians 12:4 reads (ASV): “how that he was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. ” 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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