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◄ 2 Corinthians 10:8►
New International Version
So even if I boast somewhat freely about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed of it.

New Living Translation
I may seem to be boasting too much about the authority given to us by the Lord. But our authority builds you up; it doesn’t tear you down. So I will not be ashamed of using my authority.

English Standard Version
For even if I boast a little too much of our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for destroying you, I will not be ashamed.

Berean Standard Bible
For even if I boast somewhat excessively about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed.

Berean Literal Bible
For even if I should boast somewhat more abundantly concerning our authority, which the Lord has givenus for buildingyou up and not for tearing you down, I will not be ashamed,

King James Bible
For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:

New King James Version
For even if I should boast somewhat more about our authority, which the Lord gave us for edification and not for your destruction, I shall not be ashamed—

New American Standard Bible
For if I boast somewhat more about our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for destroying you, I will not be put to shame,

NASB 1995
For even if I boast somewhat further about our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for destroying you, I will not be put to shame,

NASB 1977
For even if I should boast somewhat further about our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for destroying you, I shall not be put to shame,

Legacy Standard Bible
For even if I boast somewhat further about our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for tearing you down, I will not be put to shame,

Amplified Bible
For even though I boast rather freely about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up and not for destroying you, I will not be ashamed [of the truth],

Christian Standard Bible
For if I boast a little too much about our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for tearing you down, I will not be put to shame.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For if I boast some more about our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for tearing you down, I am not ashamed.

American Standard Version
For though I should glory somewhat abundantly concerning our authority (which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for casting you down), I shall not be put to shame:

Contemporary English Version
Maybe I brag a little too much about the authority that the Lord gave me to help you and not to hurt you. Yet I am not embarrassed to brag.

English Revised Version
For though I should glory somewhat abundantly concerning our authority (which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for casting you down), I shall not be put to shame:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So, if I brag a little too much about the authority which the Lord gave us, I'm not ashamed. The Lord gave us this authority to help you, not to hurt you.

Good News Translation
For I am not ashamed, even if I have boasted somewhat too much about the authority that the Lord has given us--authority to build you up, not to tear you down.

International Standard Version
So if I boast a little too much about our authority, which the Lord gave us to build you up and not to tear you down, I will not be ashamed of it.

NET Bible
For if I boast somewhat more about our authority that the Lord gave us for building you up and not for tearing you down, I will not be ashamed of doing so.

New Heart English Bible
For though I should boast somewhat abundantly concerning our authority, (which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for casting you down) I will not be disappointed,

Webster's Bible Translation
For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:

Weymouth New Testament
If, however, I were to boast more loudly of our Apostolic authority, which the Lord has given us that we may build you up, not pull you down, I should have no reason to feel ashamed.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
For even if I boast somewhat excessively about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed.

World English Bible
For even if I boast somewhat abundantly concerning our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for casting you down, I will not be ashamed,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for even if I will also boast anything more abundantly concerning our authority, that the LORD gave us for building up, and not for casting you down, I will not be ashamed,

Berean Literal Bible
For even if I should boast somewhat more abundantly concerning our authority, which the Lord has givenus for buildingyou up and not for tearing you down, I will not be ashamed,

Young's Literal Translation
for even if also anything more abundantly I shall boast concerning our authority, that the Lord gave us for building up, and not for casting you down, I shall not be ashamed;

Smith's Literal Translation
For if I also boast something more abundantly of our power, which the Lord gave us for the building up, and not for your taking down, I shall not be ashamed:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For if also I should boast somewhat more of our power, which the Lord hath given us unto edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And if I were even to glory somewhat more about our authority, which the Lord has given to us for your edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed.

New American Bible
And even if I should boast a little too much of our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for tearing you down, I shall not be put to shame.

New Revised Standard Version
Now, even if I boast a little too much of our authority, which the Lord gave for building you up and not for tearing you down, I will not be ashamed of it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For if I should boast somewhat more of the authority which our LORD has given me, I should not be ashamed, for he has given it to us for your edification, and not for your destruction.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
For if I boast somewhat more of the authority that our Lord gives to me, I am not ashamed, because he gave it to us for your edification and not for your destruction.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
For though I should boast even, somewhat more abundantly of our authority, which the Lord has given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I would not be ashamed:

Godbey New Testament
For if I shall in any thing the more abundantly boast concerning our power which the Lord gave us for your edification, and not for your destruction, I will not be ashamed:

Haweis New Testament
Yea, and if I should boast somewhat more highly of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for your edification, and not for your destruction, I shall not be ashamed;

Mace New Testament
for though I should more than ever magnify my authority, which the Lord hath given us for your improvement, and not for your ruin, I should have no reason to be ashamed;

Weymouth New Testament
If, however, I were to boast more loudly of our Apostolic authority, which the Lord has given us that we may build you up, not pull you down, I should have no reason to feel ashamed.

Worrell New Testament
For, even if I glory somewhat more abundantly concerning our authority—which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for tearing you down—I shall not be put to shame;

Worsley New Testament
For though I should boast yet more of our authority, (which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction) I should not be ashamed:

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Context
Paul's Apostolic Authority
…7You are looking at outward appearances. If anyone is confident that he belongs to Christ, he should remind himself that we belong to Christ just as much as he does.8ForevenifI boastsomewhatexcessivelyabouttheauthoritytheLordgaveusforbuilding you uprather thantearing you down,I will not be ashamed.9I do not want to seem to be trying to frighten you by my letters.…

Cross References
2 Corinthians 13:10
This is why I write these things while absent, so that when I am present I will not need to be severe in my use of the authority that the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.

1 Corinthians 5:4-5
When you are assembled in the name of our Lord Jesus and I am with you in spirit, along with the power of the Lord Jesus, / hand this man over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved on the Day of the Lord.

1 Corinthians 4:21
Which do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod, or in love and with a gentle spirit?

1 Corinthians 9:12
If others have this right to your support, shouldn’t we have it all the more? But we did not exercise this right. Instead, we put up with anything rather than hinder the gospel of Christ.

1 Corinthians 14:37
If anyone considers himself a prophet or spiritual person, let him acknowledge that what I am writing you is the Lord’s command.

1 Thessalonians 5:12
But we ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who work diligently among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you.

1 Timothy 1:20
Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.

1 Timothy 5:20
But those who persist in sin should be rebuked in front of everyone, so that the others will stand in fear of sin.

Titus 2:15
Speak these things as you encourage and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you.

Hebrews 13:17
Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.

Matthew 16:19
I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”

Matthew 18:18
Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.

John 20:23
If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you withhold forgiveness from anyone, it is withheld.”

Acts 20:28
Keep watch over yourselves and the entire flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which He purchased with His own blood.

Romans 15:18
I will not presume to speak of anything except what Christ has accomplished through me in leading the Gentiles to obedience by word and deed,


Treasury of Scripture

For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord has given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:

though.

2 Corinthians 1:24
Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.

2 Corinthians 13:2,3,8,10
I told you before, and foretell you, as if I were present, the second time; and being absent now I write to them which heretofore have sinned, and to all other, that, if I come again, I will not spare: …

Galatians 1:1
Paul, an apostle, (not of men, neither by man, but by Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised him from the dead;)

I should not.

2 Corinthians 7:14
For if I have boasted any thing to him of you, I am not ashamed; but as we spake all things to you in truth, even so our boasting, whichI made before Titus, is found a truth.

2 Corinthians 12:6
For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: butnow I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth meto be, orthat he heareth of me.

2 Timothy 1:12
For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.

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2 Corinthians 10
1.Against the false apostles, who disgraced the weakness of his person and bodily presence,
4.he shows the spiritual might and authority with which he was armed against all adverse powers;
7.assuring those who at his coming he will be found as mighty in word as he is now in writing;
12.and encouraging them to reach out themselves beyond their compass.














For even if I boast somewhat excessively
Paul acknowledges that he may appear to boast, but his intention is not self-promotion. In the Greco-Roman world, boasting was often seen as a way to establish one's credentials and authority. Paul uses this cultural understanding to emphasize his apostolic authority, which is not self-derived but given by God. This approach is consistent with his other writings, such as in2 Corinthians 11:16-18, where he defends his credentials against false apostles.

about the authority the Lord gave us
Paul's authority is divinely appointed, not self-assumed. This authority is rooted in his calling as an apostle, as seen inActs 9:15, where God declares Paul a chosen instrument. The authority is for the purpose of ministry and is a reflection of Christ's own authority, as seen inMatthew 28:18-20, where Jesus commissions His disciples. This divine authority is a key theme in Paul's letters, underscoring his role in establishing and guiding the early church.

for building you up rather than tearing you down
Paul's mission is constructive, aimed at edifying the church. This reflects the biblical principle of edification found inEphesians 4:12, where the purpose of church leadership is to equip and build up the body of Christ. The contrast between building up and tearing down highlights the pastoral nature of Paul's ministry, which seeks the spiritual growth and maturity of believers. This aligns with the Old Testament imagery of God as a builder, as seen inPsalm 127:1.

I will not be ashamed
Paul expresses confidence in his ministry and its divine mandate. This assurance is rooted in his understanding of the gospel's power, as stated inRomans 1:16, where he declares he is not ashamed of the gospel. Paul's lack of shame is also a reflection of his commitment to truth and integrity, as seen in2 Timothy 1:12, where he speaks of his trust in God despite suffering. This confidence is a testament to his faith and the legitimacy of his apostolic mission.

Persons / Places / Events
1.Paul the Apostle
The author of 2 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth. He is defending his apostolic authority and mission.

2.Corinth
A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and immorality. The church in Corinth faced many challenges, including divisions and false teachings.

3.The Corinthian Church
The recipients of Paul's letter, struggling with issues of authority, morality, and unity.

4.False Apostles
Individuals who challenged Paul's authority and sought to lead the Corinthians astray with false teachings.

5.The Lord
Refers to Jesus Christ, who granted Paul his apostolic authority for the purpose of edification.
Teaching Points
Authority for Edification
Paul emphasizes that his authority is given by the Lord for the purpose of building up the church. This teaches us that true spiritual authority should always aim to edify and strengthen the body of Christ.

Boasting in the Lord
While Paul acknowledges his boasting, he clarifies that it is in the context of the Lord's work. We should ensure that any confidence we express is rooted in what God has done through us, not in our own abilities.

Discernment of True Leadership
The Corinthians faced challenges from false apostles. We must exercise discernment in recognizing leaders who genuinely seek to build up the church according to God's will.

Constructive Criticism
Paul's approach to authority involves constructive criticism aimed at growth. In our interactions, we should focus on providing feedback that builds others up rather than tearing them down.

Unashamed of God-given Roles
Paul is unashamed of his role and authority. We should embrace the roles God has given us, using them to serve and edify others without fear or shame.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of 2 Corinthians 10:8?

2.How does 2 Corinthians 10:8 emphasize the authority given by the Lord?

3.What is the purpose of authority according to 2 Corinthians 10:8?

4.How can we apply Paul’s use of authority in our church leadership?

5.How does 2 Corinthians 10:8 connect with Romans 13:1 on authority?

6.How should we respond to God-given authority in our daily lives?

7.What authority does Paul claim in 2 Corinthians 10:8, and how is it justified?

8.How does 2 Corinthians 10:8 relate to the concept of spiritual authority in the church?

9.Why does Paul emphasize his authority in 2 Corinthians 10:8, and what is its purpose?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 10?

11.What is the key to witnessing to Mormons?

12.What are the core beliefs of the Belgic Confession?

13.In 2 Corinthians 10:7–8, how does Paul’s claim of authority align with historical evidence for early Church leadership structures, and are there any archaeological records to support it?

14.2 Corinthians 13:9–10 – Does Paul’s apparent confidence in exercising authority over believers conflict with other biblical texts emphasizing humility and service?
What Does 2 Corinthians 10:8 Mean
Even if I boast somewhat excessively

Paul admits, “For even if I boast somewhat excessively…”.

• He recognizes that talking about his own ministry can sound like over-the-top boasting, as he also notes in2 Corinthians 11:18–21 and 12:1.

• Yet he continues because the situation in Corinth calls for clarity; false teachers are undermining his God-given role (see2 Corinthians 11:4–6).

• Scripture never forbids truthful testimony when it protects the flock (compareProverbs 27:2).

about the authority the Lord gave us

“…about the authority the Lord gave us…”.

• Paul’s authority is not self-appointed; it comes directly from Christ, echoingGalatians 1:1 andActs 26:16.

• Jesus declared, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me” (Matthew 28:18), and He delegates specific oversight to His apostles (John 20:21).

• Genuine spiritual authority always points back to the Lord as the ultimate Source (1 Corinthians 3:5–7).

for building you up

“…for building you up…”.

• The purpose of God-given authority is edification, not domination (Ephesians 4:11–12;Acts 20:32).

• Healthy leadership equips believers, strengthens their faith, and promotes unity (1 Thessalonians 5:11).

• Paul’s aim is the spiritual maturity of the Corinthians, not personal gain (2 Corinthians 12:19).

rather than tearing you down

“…rather than tearing you down…”.

• Authority can be misused, but Paul refuses to wield it destructively (2 Corinthians 13:10;1 Corinthians 8:1).

• He contrasts his ministry with the abusive tactics of false apostles who “enslave” and “exploit” (2 Corinthians 11:20).

• True shepherds lead by serving, not by crushing (Mark 10:42–45).

I will not be ashamed

“…I will not be ashamed”.

• Paul stands unashamed because his conscience is clear before God (2 Corinthians 1:12).

• LikeRomans 1:16 andPhilippians 1:20, he boldly proclaims the gospel and his calling, confident it aligns with Christ’s will.

• When authority is exercised for godly purposes, there is no cause for embarrassment (1 John 2:28).

summary

Paul acknowledges that his strong words about apostolic authority might sound boastful, yet he speaks openly because Christ Himself entrusted that authority to him. Its sole aim is to build up believers, never to harm them. Confident that he is using this authority exactly as the Lord intends, Paul remains entirely unashamed.

(8)For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority.--Literally,somewhat too much--perhaps as quoting a word that had been used of him. In referring to his "authority," it scarcely admits of question that he claims--as in1Corinthians 5:5;1Timothy 5:20, and by implication in2Corinthians 10:6--the power to enforce that authority by a supernatural chastisement, as,e.g., in the case of Elymas. He is anxious, however, having used the word "pulling down," or "destruction," to qualify his threat by the assertion that th1Corinthians 14:12-26;Ephesians 4:12-16; and Notes on2Corinthians 13:10.) . . .Verses 8-11.- Assertion of his intentions.Verse 8. -Should boast. In this section St. Paul is thoroughlyhaunted by this word. The fact that a word could thus possess and dominate over his style and imagination shows how deeply he was moved. The Corinthian Church, with its inflated factions and their fuglemen, recked with beasting, and St. Paul is driven, with utter distaste, to adopt in self-defence language which, to the uncandid and indiscriminating, might seem to wear the same aspect. The word, which is unfrequent in other Epistles, occurs eighteen times in these chapters alone. Other haunting words are "tolerate," "bear with" (2 Corinthians 11:l, 4, 19, 20), and "senseless," "fool" (2 Corinthians 11:16, 19;2 Corinthians 12:6, 11); see note on 2 Corinthians 1:3.Somewhat more;something more abundantly.For edification, and not for your destruction;for building you up, not pulling you down. The wordkathairesin is from the same root as the verb in ver. 5.I should not be ashamed; rather,Ishall not be ashamed. No shame shall ever accrue to me from my "boast" being proved false.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
For
γὰρ(gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063:For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

even
τε(te)
Conjunction
Strong's 5037:And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.

if
ἐάν(ean)
Conjunction
Strong's 1437:If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.

I boast
καυχήσωμαι(kauchēsōmai)
Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Middle - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2744:To boast; I glory (exult) proudly. From some base akin to that of aucheo and euchomai; to vaunt.

somewhat
τι(ti)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 5100:Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.

excessively
περισσότερόν(perissoteron)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular - Comparative
Strong's 4053:From peri; superabundant or superior; by implication, excessive; adverbially violently; neuter preeminence.

about
περὶ(peri)
Preposition
Strong's 4012:From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.

the
τῆς(tēs)
Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

authority
ἐξουσίας(exousias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1849:From exesti; privilege, i.e. force, capacity, competency, freedom, or mastery, delegated influence.

the
ὁ(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

Lord
Κύριος(Kyrios)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962:Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

gave
ἔδωκεν(edōken)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1325:To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

us
ἡμῶν(hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473:I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

for
εἰς(eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519:A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

building [you] up
οἰκοδομὴν(oikodomēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3619:Feminine of a compound of oikos and the base of doma; architecture, i.e. a structure; figuratively, confirmation.

rather than
καὶ(kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.

tearing you down,
καθαίρεσιν(kathairesin)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2506:Taking down, razing, destroying. From kathaireo; demolition; figuratively, extinction.

I will not be ashamed.
αἰσχυνθήσομαι(aischynthēsomai)
Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 153:To be ashamed, be put to shame. From aischos; to feel shame.


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