2 Corinthians 4:12 cpdv — Therefore, death is at work in us, and life is at work in you.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Therefore, death is at work in us, and life is at work in you. "

— 2 Corinthians 4:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Corinthians 4 — Context

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We suffer persecution, yet we have not been abandoned. We are thrown down, yet we do not perish.

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We ever carry around the mortification of Jesus in our bodies, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies.

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For we who live are ever handed over unto death for the sake of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our mortal flesh.

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Therefore, death is at work in us, and life is at work in you.

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But we have the same Spirit of faith. And just as it is written, “I believed, and for that reason I spoke,” so we also believe, and for that reason, we also speak.

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For we know that the One who raised up Jesus will raise us up also with Jesus and will place us with you.

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Thus, all is for you, so that grace, abounding through many in thanksgiving, may abound to the glory of God.

2 Corinthians 4:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 4:12 say?
2 Corinthians 4:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Therefore, death is at work in us, and life is at work in you. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 4:12 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 4:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 4, verse 12.
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 4:12.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 4:12 in?
2 Corinthians 4:12 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 4:12?
2 Corinthians 4:12 reads (CPDV): “Therefore, death is at work in us, and life is at work in you. ” 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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