2 Corinthians 8:9 asv — For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye th…

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

— 2 Corinthians 8:9, American Standard Version

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

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Insomuch that we exhorted Titus, that as he had made a beginning before, so he would also complete in you this grace also.

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But as ye abound in everything, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all earnestness, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.

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I speak not by way of commandment, but as proving through the earnestness of others the sincerity also of your love.

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

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And herein I give my judgment: for this is expedient for you, who were the first to make a beginning a year ago, not only to do, but also to will.

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But now complete the doing also; that as there was the readiness to will, so there may be the completion also out of your ability.

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For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according as a man hath, not according as he hath not.

2 Corinthians 8:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 8:9 say?
2 Corinthians 8:9 in the American Standard Version reads: “For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might become rich. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 8:9 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 8:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 8, 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 8:9.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 8:9 in?
2 Corinthians 8:9 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 8:9?
2 Corinthians 8:9 reads (ASV): “For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might become rich. ” 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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