2 Corinthians 11:12

Authorized King James Version

But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ᾧ
G3739
what
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#2
δὲ
G1161
But
but, and, etc
#3
ποιήσω
G4160
I do
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#4
καὶ
G2532
even
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#5
ποιήσω
G4160
I do
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
#6
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#7
ἐκκόψω
G1581
I may cut off
to exscind; figuratively, to frustrate
#8
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
ἀφορμήν
G874
occasion
a starting-point, i.e., (figuratively) an opportunity
#10
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
θελόντων
G2309
from them which desire
to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas g1014 properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
#12
ἀφορμήν
G874
occasion
a starting-point, i.e., (figuratively) an opportunity
#13
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#14
ἐν
G1722
wherein
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#15
ᾧ
G3739
what
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#16
καυχῶνται
G2744
they glory
to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
#17
εὑρεθῶσιν
G2147
they may be found
to find (literally or figuratively)
#18
καθὼς
G2531
as
just (or inasmuch) as, that
#19
καὶ
G2532
even
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#20
ἡμεῖς
G2249
we
we (only used when emphatic)

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of glory connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about glory, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 2 Corinthians.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Corinthians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes glory in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection