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Corinthians 2:9
He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me.
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Interpretation

Corinthians 2:9 shows a grace that is lived within work and rest—see "power" and "has". Align grace by steady, quiet faithfulness—anchor courage in promise. Grace & Mercy connects here: Highlights God’s unmerited favor and covenantal compassion, culminating in Christ (Exod 34:6; Eph 2:8–9).

Context

Corinthians speaks here as biblical literature writing, highlighting grace. Within ch. 2, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward grace & mercy. Watch the terms “power” and “has”.

Authorship & Historical Background

2 Corinthians was received under the name of Paul. In current research on 2 Corinthians, generally accepted as Pauline; composite letter hypothesis by some.. Scholars commonly date 2 Corinthians AD 55–56. This verse leans into grace & mercy.

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Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline; composite letter hypothesis by some.
Date:AD 55–56
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
Well–attested in Papyrus 46 (c. 200 CE) and all major manuscripts. The divine response 'My grace is sufficient' shows no variation. Some manuscripts have 'power of Christ' while others have 'power,' but the earliest witnesses include 'Christ.' The word 'weakness' (astheneia) and the concept of power being perfected appear consistently. This personal revelation from Paul was carefully preserved.