2 Corinthians 2:15

For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:

King James Version

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Other Translations for 2 Corinthians 2:15

BSB

For we are to God the sweet aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.

AKJV

For we are to God a sweet smell of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:

CPDV

For we are the sweet fragrance of Christ for God, both with those who are being saved and with those who are perishing.

ERV

For we are a sweet savour of Christ unto God, in them that are being saved, and in them that are perishing;

NHEB

For we are a sweet aroma of Christ to God, in those who are saved, and in those who perish;

SMT

For we are to God a sweet odor of Christ, in the saved, and in the host:

Word Study (Strong’s) for 2 Corinthians 2:15

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Commentary for 2 Corinthians 2:15

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 2 Corinthians 2:15

Summary

Believers embody Christ's pleasing nature for different audiences

Event

Paul describes believers' spiritual fragrance

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD