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Corinthians 2:17
Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new.
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Interpretation

Scripture invites a transformation that is worked out in relationships and commitments in Corinthians 2:17—look for "new" and "things". Choose transformation with time and attention—bind joy to obedience.

Context

Corinthians speaks here as biblical literature writing, developing transformation. Read in Corinthians 2, its force becomes clearer. Listen for “new” alongside “things”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits 2 Corinthians to Paul. Critical study of 2 Corinthians often concludes: generally accepted as Pauline; composite letter hypothesis by some.. Date: AD 55–56. Apostolic Community is especially relevant in this line.

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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 early Greek manuscripts including Papyrus 46 (c. 200 CE), Codex Sinaiticus, and Codex Vaticanus (both 4th century CE). No significant textual variants exist for this verse. The phrase 'in Christ' appears consistently across all manuscript families. The word 'creature' (ktisis) versus 'creation' is a translation choice rather than a textual variant. This passage shows remarkable stability across 1,800+ years of manuscript transmission, appearing virtually identical in manuscripts from Egypt, Syria, and Europe.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanus