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2 Corinthians 5:7
for we walk by faith, not by sight.
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Interpretation

2 Corinthians 5:7 shows a walk by faith that is lived within solitude and community—see "walk" and "faith". Choose walk by faith in generosity without notice—let wisdom become a road. Faith & Justification connects here: Explores how trust in God—rather than works—positions people in right relationship (Gen 15:6; Rom 3–4; Gal 2–3).

Context

2 Corinthians speaks here as biblical literature writing, highlighting walk by faith. Within ch. 5, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward faith & justification. Watch the terms “walk” and “faith”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits 2 Corinthians to Paul. 2 Corinthians is frequently described this way: widely regarded as Pauline; composite letter hypothesis by some.. Scholars commonly date 2 Corinthians AD 55–56. Here the thread of faith & justification comes into view.

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Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline; composite letter hypothesis by some.
Date:AD 55–56
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in more than 5,800 manuscripts, exceeding other ancient writings in manuscript count. 2nd-3rd century papyri like P46, P66, P75 provide text roughly 100-150 years after composition. Major uncial codices (Sinaiticus, Vaticanus, 4th century) contain complete or near-complete texts. The Byzantine text family represents the majority of later manuscripts. Textual variants exist but are mostly minor: word order, articles, spelling. No central Christian doctrine depends on any disputed text. Modern critical editions compare all manuscript families to determine the most probable original wording reading.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46