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

King James Version with Apocrypha

"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, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Corinthians 12 — Context

1

It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord.

2

I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven.

3

And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;)

4

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

5

Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities.

6

For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me.

7

And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.

2 Corinthians 12:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 12:4 say?
2 Corinthians 12:4 in the King James Version with Apocrypha 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 (KJVA): “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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