2 Corinthians 9:9 web — As it is written, "He has scattered abroad, he has given to the poor. His righteousness remains forever."

World English Bible

"As it is written, "He has scattered abroad, he has given to the poor. His righteousness remains forever.""

— 2 Corinthians 9:9, World English Bible

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2 Corinthians 9 — Context

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Remember this: he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly. He who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.

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Let each man give according as he has determined in his heart; not grudgingly, or under compulsion; for God loves a cheerful giver.

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And God is able to make all grace abound to you, that you, always having all sufficiency in everything, may abound to every good work.

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As it is written, "He has scattered abroad, he has given to the poor. His righteousness remains forever."

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Now may he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food, supply and multiply your seed for sowing, and increase the fruits of your righteousness;

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you being enriched in everything to all liberality, which works through us thanksgiving to God.

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For this service of giving that you perform not only makes up for lack among the saints, but abounds also through many givings of thanks to God;

2 Corinthians 9:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Corinthians 9:9 say?
2 Corinthians 9:9 in the World English Bible reads: “As it is written, "He has scattered abroad, he has given to the poor. His righteousness remains forever."”
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 (WEB): “As it is written, "He has scattered abroad, he has given to the poor. His righteousness remains forever."” 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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