2 Corinthians 12:8

For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.

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Other Translations for 2 Corinthians 12:8

BSB
Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me.
AKJV
For this thing I sought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.
CPDV
Because of this, three times I petitioned the Lord that it might be taken away from me.
ERV
Concerning this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.
NHEB
Concerning this thing, I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me.
SMT
For this thrice besought I the Lord, that it remove away from me.

Commentary for 2 Corinthians 12:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Corinthians 12:8
Summary
Repeated petitions for relief from affliction
Event
Pleading for deliverance
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Prayer