2 Corinthians 2:11 bbe — So that Satan may not get the better of us: for we are not without knowledge of his designs.

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"So that Satan may not get the better of us: for we are not without knowledge of his designs."

— 2 Corinthians 2:11, Bible in Basic English

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“that no advantage may be gained over us by Satan: for we are not ignorant of his devices. ”
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2 Corinthians 2 — Context

For which cause my desire is that you will make your love to him clear by your acts.

And for the same reason I sent you a letter so that I might be certain of your desire to do my orders in all things.

But if you give forgiveness to anyone, I do the same: for if I have given forgiveness for anything, I have done it because of you, in the person of Christ;

So that Satan may not get the better of us: for we are not without knowledge of his designs.

Now when I came to Troas for the good news of Christ, and there was an open door for me in the Lord,

I had no rest in my spirit because Titus my brother was not there: so I went away from them, and came into Macedonia.

But praise be to God who makes us strong to overcome in Christ, and makes clear through us in every place the value of the knowledge of him.

2 Corinthians 2:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 2:11 say?

2 Corinthians 2:11 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “So that Satan may not get the better of us: for we are not without knowledge of his designs.”

Where is 2 Corinthians 2:11 in the Bible?

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

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 2:11.

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

2 Corinthians 2:11 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 2:11?

2 Corinthians 2:11 reads (BBE): “So that Satan may not get the better of us: for we are not without knowledge of his designs.” 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.

2 Corinthians 2:11 bbe — So that Satan may not get the better of us: for we are not without knowledge of his designs.

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