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2 Corinthians 2:9 nasb — For to this end also I wrote, so that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things.

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"For to this end also I wrote, so that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things."

— 2 Corinthians 2:9, NASB

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2 Corinthians 2 — Context

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Sufficient for such a one is this punishment which was inflicted by the majority,

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so that on the contrary you should rather forgive and comfort him, otherwise such a one might be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.

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Wherefore I urge you to reaffirm your love for him.

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For to this end also I wrote, so that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things.

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But one whom you forgive anything, I forgive also; for indeed what I have forgiven, if I have forgiven anything, I did it for your sakes in the presence of Christ,

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so that no advantage would be taken of us by Satan, for we are not ignorant of his schemes.

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

2 Corinthians 2:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 2:9 say?
2 Corinthians 2:9 in the NASB reads: “For to this end also I wrote, so that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 2:9 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 2:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 2, verse 9.
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 2:9.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 2:9 in?
2 Corinthians 2:9 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 2:9?
2 Corinthians 2:9 reads (NASB): “For to this end also I wrote, so that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things.” 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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