2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 2 Corinthians 4:7

BSB
Now we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this surpassingly great power is from God and not from us.
AKJV
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
CPDV
But we hold this treasure in earthen vessels, so that what is sublime may be of the power of God, and not of us.
ERV
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the exceeding greatness of the power may be of God, and not from ourselves;
NHEB
But we have this treasure in clay vessels, that the exceeding greatness of the power may be of God, and not from ourselves.
SMT
And we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the eminence of power be of God, and not of us.

Commentary for 2 Corinthians 4:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Corinthians 4:7
Summary
Fragile vessels contain extraordinary divine power
Event
Describing paradox of ministry
Estimated Time Period
c. 55 AD
Category
Teaching