2 Corinthians 9:9 cpdv — just as it was written: “He has distributed widely, he has given to the poor; his justice remains from age to age.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"just as it was written: “He has distributed widely, he has given to the poor; his justice remains from age to age.” "

— 2 Corinthians 9:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Corinthians 9 — Context

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But I say this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly. And whoever sows with blessings shall also reap from blessings:

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each one giving, just as he has determined in his heart, neither out of sadness, nor out of obligation. For God loves a cheerful giver.

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And God is able to make every grace abound in you, so that, always having what you need in all things, you may abound unto every good work,

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just as it was written: “He has distributed widely, he has given to the poor; his justice remains from age to age.”

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And he who ministers seed to the sower will offer you bread to eat, and will multiply your seed, and will increase the growth of the fruits of your justice.

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So then, having been enriched in all things, you may abound in all simplicity, which works thanksgiving to God through us.

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For the ministration of this office not only supplies whatever the saints need, but also abounds through many thanksgivings in the Lord.

2 Corinthians 9:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 9:9 say?
2 Corinthians 9:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “just as it was written: “He has distributed widely, he has given to the poor; his justice remains from age to age.” ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 9:9 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 9:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 9, 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 9:9.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 9:9 in?
2 Corinthians 9:9 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 9:9?
2 Corinthians 9:9 reads (CPDV): “just as it was written: “He has distributed widely, he has given to the poor; his justice remains from age to age.” ” 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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