2 Corinthians 6:9 asv — as unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed;

American Standard Version

"as unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; "

— 2 Corinthians 6:9, American Standard Version

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2 Corinthians 6 — Context

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in pureness, in knowledge, in longsuffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in love unfeigned,

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in the word of truth, in the power of God; by the armor of righteousness on the right hand and on the left,

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by glory and dishonor, by evil report and good report; as deceivers, and yet true;

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as unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed;

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as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.

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Our mouth is open unto you, O Corinthians, our heart is enlarged.

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Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own affections.

2 Corinthians 6:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Corinthians 6:9 say?
2 Corinthians 6:9 in the American Standard Version reads: “as unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 6:9 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 6:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 6, 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 6:9.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 6:9 in?
2 Corinthians 6:9 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 6:9?
2 Corinthians 6:9 reads (ASV): “as unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; ” 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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