2 Corinthians 2:6

Authorized King James Version

Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἱκανὸν
G2425
Sufficient
competent (as if coming in season), i.e., ample (in amount) or fit (in character)
#2
τῶν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
τοιούτῳ
G5108
to such a man
truly this, i.e., of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
#4
τῶν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
ἐπιτιμία
G2009
punishment
properly, esteem, i.e., citizenship; used (in the sense of g2008) of a penalty
#6
αὕτη
G3778
is this
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#7
τῶν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
ὑπὸ
G5259
was inflicted of
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
#9
τῶν
G3588
which
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
πλειόνων
G4119
many
more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection