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2 Corinthians 11:1 ยท KJV

"Would to God ye could bear with me a little in my folly: and indeed bear with me."

King James Version

What does 2 Corinthians 11:1 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

1Would to God ye could bear with me a little in my folly: and indeed bear with me.
2For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.
3But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtilty, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to criticism in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to endure folly for the sake of others?

3

When have you felt misunderstood in your intentions?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how patience and understanding can strengthen your relationships, especially when faced with misunderstandings.

faith

Reflect on how you can support others in their faith journey, even when it seems foolish to do so.

Places in This Verse

Corinth(Corinth, Greece today)

A significant city in ancient Greece known for its wealth and cultural diversity, Corinth was a center of trade and philosophy.

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