2 Corinthians 4:13

Authorized King James Version

We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ἔχοντες
G2192
We having
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#2
δὲ
G1161
but, and, etc
#3
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#4
αὐτὸ
G846
the same
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#5
πνεῦμα
G4151
spirit
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
#6
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
πίστεως
G4102
of faith
persuasion, i.e., credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of god or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon christ
#8
κατὰ
G2596
according as
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
#9
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
γεγραμμένον
G1125
it is written
to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
#11
πιστεύομεν
G4100
I believed
to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch
#12
διὸ
G1352
and therefore
through which thing, i.e., consequently
#13
λαλοῦμεν
G2980
have I spoken
to talk, i.e., utter words
#14
καὶ
G2532
also
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#15
ἡμεῖς
G2249
we
we (only used when emphatic)
#16
πιστεύομεν
G4100
I believed
to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch
#17
διὸ
G1352
and therefore
through which thing, i.e., consequently
#18
καὶ
G2532
also
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#19
λαλοῦμεν
G2980
have I spoken
to talk, i.e., utter words

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Corinthians. The concept of faith reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes pistis in Greek, encompassing both belief and faithfulness, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 faith in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection