2 Corinthians 3:11

For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remaineth is glorious.

King James Version

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Other Translations for 2 Corinthians 3:11

BSB

For if what was fading away came with glory, how much greater is the glory of that which endures!

AKJV

For if that which is done away was glorious, much more that which remains is glorious.

CPDV

For if even what was temporary has its glory, then what is lasting has an even greater glory.

ERV

For if that which passeth away was with glory, much more that which remaineth is in glory.

NHEB

For if that which passes away was with glory, much more that which remains is in glory.

SMT

For if that left unemployed by glory, much more that remaining in glory.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 2 Corinthians 3:11

ForG1063Conjunction ifG1487ConjunctionthatwhichisdoneawayG2673VerbwasgloriousG1391Noun Feminine muchG4183Adjective moreG3123AdverbthatwhichremainethG3306VerbisgloriousG1722Preposition

Commentary for 2 Corinthians 3:11

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

Overview of 2 Corinthians 3:11

Summary

Permanent reality transcends the temporary arrangement

Event

Comparing provisional and permanent arrangements

Estimated Time Period

c. 55 AD