2 Corinthians 5:19 web — namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, not reckoning to them their trespasses, and having com…

World English Bible

"namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, not reckoning to them their trespasses, and having committed to us the word of reconciliation."

— 2 Corinthians 5:19, World English Bible

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2 Corinthians 5 — Context

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Therefore we know no one after the flesh from now on. Even though we have known Christ after the flesh, yet now we know him so no more.

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Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new.

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But all things are of God, who reconciled us to himself through Jesus Christ, and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation;

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namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, not reckoning to them their trespasses, and having committed to us the word of reconciliation.

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We are therefore ambassadors on behalf of Christ, as though God were entreating by us: we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

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For him who knew no sin he made to be sin on our behalf; so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

2 Corinthians 5:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 5:19 say?
2 Corinthians 5:19 in the World English Bible reads: “namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, not reckoning to them their trespasses, and having committed to us the word of reconciliation.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 5:19 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 5:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 5, verse 19.
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 5:19.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 5:19 in?
2 Corinthians 5:19 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 5:19?
2 Corinthians 5:19 reads (WEB): “namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, not reckoning to them their trespasses, and having committed to us the word of reconciliation.” 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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