2 Corinthians 8:11 cpdv — So, truly now, accomplish this in deed, so that, in the same manner as your willing mind is prompted, you may also act,…

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"So, truly now, accomplish this in deed, so that, in the same manner as your willing mind is prompted, you may also act, out of that which you have. "

— 2 Corinthians 8:11, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

8

I am speaking, not commanding. But through the solicitude of others, I approve of the good character of your charity.

9

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, he became poor for your sakes, so that through his poverty, you might become rich.

10

And about this, I give my counsel. For this is useful to those of you who, only a year earlier, had just begun to act, or even to be willing to act.

11

So, truly now, accomplish this in deed, so that, in the same manner as your willing mind is prompted, you may also act, out of that which you have.

12

For when the will is prompted, it receives according to what that person has, not according to what that person does not have.

13

And it is not that others should be relieved, while you are troubled, but that there should be an equality.

14

In this present time, let your abundance supply their need, so that their abundance may also supply your need, in order that there may be an equality, just as it was written:

2 Corinthians 8:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 8:11 say?
2 Corinthians 8:11 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “So, truly now, accomplish this in deed, so that, in the same manner as your willing mind is prompted, you may also act, out of that which you have. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 8:11 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 8:11 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 8, verse 11.
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 8:11.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 8:11 in?
2 Corinthians 8:11 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 8:11?
2 Corinthians 8:11 reads (CPDV): “So, truly now, accomplish this in deed, so that, in the same manner as your willing mind is prompted, you may also act, out of that which you have. ” 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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