2 Corinthians 6:11-13
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
11 [a]We have spoken frankly to you, Corinthians; our heart is open wide. 12 You are not constrained by us; you are constrained by your own affections.(A) 13 As recompense in kind (I speak as to my children), be open yourselves.(B)
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- 6:11–13 Paul’s tone becomes quieter, but his appeal for acceptance and affection is emotionally charged. References to the heart and their mutual relations bring the development begun in 2 Cor 2:14–3:3 to an effective conclusion.
2 Corinthians 6:11-13
New International Version
11 We have spoken freely to you, Corinthians, and opened wide our hearts to you.(A) 12 We are not withholding our affection from you, but you are withholding yours from us. 13 As a fair exchange—I speak as to my children(B)—open wide your hearts(C) also.
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