2 Corinthians 5:13
5:12 For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart. in appearance: Gr. in the faceFor whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.
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For if we are beside ourselves, it is for God. Or if we are of sober mind, it is for you.
For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.
For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause.
What does 2 Corinthians 5:13 mean?
2 Corinthians 5:13 is a verse in the book of 2 Corinthians, in the New Testament. In the original Greek, key words include γάρ (gar), εἴτε (eite), ἐξίστημι ἐξιστάνω (existemi). It connects to 25 cross-referenced passages elsewhere in Scripture.
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Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek:
Acts 18:1After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth;
Acts 18:12And when Gallio was the deputy of Achaia, the Jews made insurrection with one accord against Paul, and brought him to the judgment seat,
Romans 1:1Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God,
Romans 15:26For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem.
Romans 16:5Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ.
Romans 16:21Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you.
1 Corinthians 1:1Paul, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother,
1 Corinthians 1:2Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:
1 Corinthians 6:11And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.
1 Corinthians 16:10Now if Timotheus come, see that he may be with you without fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord, as I also do.
1 Corinthians 16:15I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)
2 Corinthians 9:2For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.
2 Corinthians 11:10As the truth of Christ is in me no man shall stop me of this boasting in the regions of Achaia. no man: Gr. this boasting shall not be stopped in me
Ephesians 1:1Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus:
Philippians 1:1Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:
Colossians 1:1Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother,
Colossians 1:2To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians 1:1Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians 1:7So that ye were ensamples to all that believe in Macedonia and Achaia.
1 Thessalonians 1:8For from you sounded out the word of the Lord not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but also in every place your faith to God-ward is spread abroad; so that we need not to speak any thing.
2 Thessalonians 1:1Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:
1 Timothy 1:1Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope;
2 Timothy 1:1Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus,
Hebrews 13:23Know ye that our brother Timothy is set at liberty; with whom, if he come shortly, I will see you.
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Other verses that share key original-language words with 2 Corinthians 5:13.
And think not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.
Matthew 10:19But when they deliver you up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak: for it shall be given you in that same hour what ye shall speak.
Matthew 10:20For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you.
Matthew 10:23But when they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another: for verily I say unto you, Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man be come. have: or, end, or, finish
Matthew 4:10Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
Matthew 5:20For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:34But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne:
Matthew 6:14For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
Frequently asked questions
What does 2 Corinthians 5:13 say?
2 Corinthians 5:13 (King James Version) reads: "For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause."
Is 2 Corinthians 5:13 in the Old or New Testament?
2 Corinthians 5:13 is in the New Testament of the Bible, in the book of 2 Corinthians.
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