2 Corinthians 2:6 kjva — Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many."

— 2 Corinthians 2:6, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Corinthians 2 — Context

3

And I wrote this same unto you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice; having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all.

4

For out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote unto you with many tears; not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you.

5

But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not overcharge you all.

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Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.

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So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.

8

Wherefore I beseech you that ye would confirm your love toward him.

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For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.

2 Corinthians 2:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Corinthians 2:6 say?
2 Corinthians 2:6 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 2:6 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 2:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 2, verse 6.
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 2:6.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 2:6 in?
2 Corinthians 2:6 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 2:6?
2 Corinthians 2:6 reads (KJVA): “Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.” 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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