2 Corinthians 7:5 bbe — For even when we had come into Macedonia our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; there were fighting…

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"For even when we had come into Macedonia our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; there were fightings outside and fears inside."

— 2 Corinthians 7:5, Bible in Basic English

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2 Corinthians 7 — Context

2

Let your hearts be open to us: we have done no man wrong, no man has been damaged by us, we have made no profit out of any man,

3

It is not with the purpose of judging you that I say this: for I have said before that you are in our hearts for life and death together.

4

My words to you are without fear, I am full of pride on account of you: I have great comfort and joy in all our troubles.

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For even when we had come into Macedonia our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; there were fightings outside and fears inside.

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But God who gives comfort to the poor in spirit gave us comfort by the coming of Titus;

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And not by his coming only, but by the comfort which he had in you, while he gave us word of your desire, your sorrow, your care for me; so that I was still more glad.

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For though my letter gave you pain, I have no regret for it now, though I had before; for I see that the letter gave you pain, but only for a time.

2 Corinthians 7:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 7:5 say?
2 Corinthians 7:5 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For even when we had come into Macedonia our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; there were fightings outside and fears inside.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 7:5 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 7:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 7, verse 5.
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 7:5.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 7:5 in?
2 Corinthians 7:5 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 7:5?
2 Corinthians 7:5 reads (BBE): “For even when we had come into Macedonia our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; there were fightings outside and fears inside.” 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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