2 Corinthians 5:16 kjva — Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now hencefor…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more."

— 2 Corinthians 5:16, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Corinthians 5 — Context

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For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.

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For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead:

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And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.

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Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.

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Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.

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And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

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To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.

2 Corinthians 5:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 5:16 say?
2 Corinthians 5:16 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 5:16 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 5:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 5, verse 16.
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 5:16.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 5:16 in?
2 Corinthians 5:16 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 5:16?
2 Corinthians 5:16 reads (KJVA): “Wherefore henceforth know we no man after the flesh: yea, though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now henceforth know we him no more.” 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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