2 Corinthians 3:17 kjv — Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

King James Version

"Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty."

— 2 Corinthians 3:17, King James Version

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2 Corinthians 3 — Context

14

But their minds were blinded: for until this day remaineth the same vail untaken away in the reading of the old testament; which vail is done away in Christ.

15

But even unto this day, when Moses is read, the vail is upon their heart.

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Nevertheless when it shall turn to the Lord, the vail shall be taken away.

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Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.

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But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.

2 Corinthians 3:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 3:17 say?
2 Corinthians 3:17 in the King James Version reads: “Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 3:17 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 3:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 3, verse 17.
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 3:17.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 3:17 in?
2 Corinthians 3:17 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 3:17?
2 Corinthians 3:17 reads (KJV): “Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” 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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