2 Corinthians 2:15 asv — For we are a sweet savor of Christ unto God, in them that are saved, and in them that perish;

American Standard Version

"For we are a sweet savor of Christ unto God, in them that are saved, and in them that perish; "

— 2 Corinthians 2:15, American Standard Version

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2 Corinthians 2 — Context

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Now when I came to Troas for the gospel of Christ, and when a door was opened unto me in the Lord,

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I had no relief for my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went forth into Macedonia.

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But thanks be unto God, who always leadeth us in triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest through us the savor of his knowledge in every place.

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For we are a sweet savor of Christ unto God, in them that are saved, and in them that perish;

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to the one a savor from death unto death; to the other a savor from life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things?

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For we are not as the many, corrupting the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God, speak we in Christ.

2 Corinthians 2:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 2:15 say?
2 Corinthians 2:15 in the American Standard Version reads: “For we are a sweet savor of Christ unto God, in them that are saved, and in them that perish; ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 2:15 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 2:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 2, verse 15.
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 2:15.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 2:15 in?
2 Corinthians 2:15 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 2:15?
2 Corinthians 2:15 reads (ASV): “For we are a sweet savor of Christ unto God, in them that are saved, and in them that perish; ” 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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