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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/13.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/2_corinthians/13.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />And I trust that you will discover that we have not failed the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/2_corinthians/13.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />As you test yourselves, I hope you will recognize that we have not failed the test of apostolic authority.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_corinthians/13.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />I hope you will find out that we have not failed the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />And I hope you will realize that we have not failed the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And I hope that you will realize that we are not unapproved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_corinthians/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />But I trust that ye shall know that we are not reprobates.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_corinthians/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />But I trust that you will know that we are not disqualified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_corinthians/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />But I expect that you will realize that we ourselves do not fail the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_corinthians/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />But I trust that you will realize that we ourselves do not fail the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_corinthians/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />But I trust that you will realize that we ourselves do not fail the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But I hope that you will realize that we ourselves do not fail the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_corinthians/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />But I hope you will acknowledge that we do not fail the test <i>nor</i> are we to be rejected.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />And I hope you will recognize that we ourselves do not fail the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />And I hope you will recognize that we do not fail the test. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_corinthians/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />But I hope that ye shall know that we are not reprobate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_corinthians/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I hope you will discover we have not failed. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_corinthians/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />But I hope that ye shall know that we are not reprobate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_corinthians/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I hope that you will realize that we haven't failed the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_corinthians/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I trust you will know that we are not failures. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_corinthians/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />I hope you will realize that we haven't failed our test. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />And I hope you will realize that we have not failed the test.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_corinthians/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />And I hope that you will realize that we have not failed the test!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_corinthians/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />But I hope that you will know that we are not disqualified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_corinthians/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />But I trust that ye will know that we are not reprobates.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/2_corinthians/13.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But I trust that you will recognize that we are not insincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_corinthians/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />But I hope that you will know that we aren’t disqualified. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_corinthians/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And I hope that you will know that we are not disapproved of;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And I hope that you will realize that we are not unapproved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_corinthians/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and I hope that ye shall know that we -- we are not disapproved of;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_corinthians/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And I hope that ye shall know that we are not untried.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But I trust that you shall know that we are not reprobates. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_corinthians/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But I hope you know that we ourselves are not reprobates.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_corinthians/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I hope you will discover that we have not failed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_corinthians/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I hope you will find out that we have not failed.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_corinthians/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But I trust that you shall know that we are not rejected.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_corinthians/13.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />But I hope that you will know that we are not worthless.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/2_corinthians/13.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />But I hope that you will know that we are not without proof.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/2_corinthians/13.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />But I hope that you shall know that we are not reprobates.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/2_corinthians/13.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />But I hope that ye shall know that we are not reprobate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/2_corinthians/13.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />I trust you shall know that we are not so destitute,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/2_corinthians/13.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But I trust that you will recognize that we are not insincere.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/2_corinthians/13.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />But I hope that ye shall know, that we are not rejected.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/2_corinthians/13.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />But I hope ye will <i>soon</i> know that we are not disapproved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ddheG4hMg28?start=2495" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/13.htm">Examine Yourselves</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Can’t you see for yourselves that Jesus Christ is in you—unless you actually fail the test? <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">And</a> <a href="/greek/1679.htm" title="1679: elpizō (V-PIA-1S) -- To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide.">I hope</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because."></a> <a href="/greek/1097.htm" title="1097: gnōsesthe (V-FIM-2P) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb; to know in a great variety of applications and with many implications.">you will realize</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmeis (PPro-N1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">we</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: esmen (V-PIA-1P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">have</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/96.htm" title="96: adokimoi (Adj-NMP) -- Failing to pass the test, unapproved, counterfeit. By implication, worthless.">failed the test.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">7</span>Now we pray to God that you will not do anything wrong—not that we will appear to have stood the test, but that you will do what is right, even if we appear to have failed.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/9-2.htm">1 Corinthians 9:2</a></span><br />Even if I am not an apostle to others, surely I am to you. For you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-4.htm">Galatians 6:4</a></span><br />Each one should test his own work. Then he will have reason to boast in himself alone, and not in someone else.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-28.htm">Romans 1:28</a></span><br />Furthermore, since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, He gave them up to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-19.htm">1 Corinthians 11:19</a></span><br />And indeed, there must be differences among you to show which of you are approved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/4-1.htm">1 John 4:1</a></span><br />Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/3-13.htm">1 Corinthians 3:13</a></span><br />his workmanship will be evident, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will prove the quality of each man’s work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/2-9.htm">2 Corinthians 2:9</a></span><br />My purpose in writing you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-21.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:21</a></span><br />but test all things. Hold fast to what is good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-8.htm">2 Timothy 3:8</a></span><br />Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so also these men oppose the truth. They are depraved in mind and disqualified from the faith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-19.htm">1 Corinthians 4:19-20</a></span><br />But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord is willing, and then I will find out not only what these arrogant people are saying, but what power they have. / For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/5-12.htm">1 Corinthians 5:12</a></span><br />What business of mine is it to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-18.htm">1 Corinthians 10:18</a></span><br />Consider the people of Israel: Are not those who eat the sacrifices fellow partakers in the altar?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/14-37.htm">1 Corinthians 14:37</a></span><br />If anyone considers himself a prophet or spiritual person, let him acknowledge that what I am writing you is the Lord’s command.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-8.htm">2 Corinthians 8:8</a></span><br />I am not giving a command, but I am testing the sincerity of your love through the earnestness of others.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18</a></span><br />For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">But I trust that you shall know that we are not reprobates.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_corinthians/13-3.htm">2 Corinthians 13:3,4,10</a></b></br> Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">2 Corinthians 12:20</a></b></br> For I fear, lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, and <i>that</i> I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lest <i>there be</i> debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Christ's</a> <a href="/1_peter/2-7.htm">Disapproved</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Discover</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Disqualified</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-19.htm">Doubt</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Fail</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-9.htm">Failed</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">Find</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-1.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Insincere</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-19.htm">Ourselves</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-11.htm">Realize</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Recognize</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Reprobate</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Reprobates</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Test</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-7.htm">Trust</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/galatians/1-10.htm">Christ's</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Disapproved</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/22-30.htm">Discover</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-27.htm">Disqualified</a> <a href="/galatians/4-20.htm">Doubt</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">Fail</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Failed</a> <a href="/galatians/3-2.htm">Find</a> <a href="/galatians/5-5.htm">Hope</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">Insincere</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Ourselves</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-1.htm">Realize</a> <a href="/james/2-20.htm">Recognize</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Reprobate</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Reprobates</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Test</a> <a href="/philippians/2-19.htm">Trust</a><div class="vheading2">2 Corinthians 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_corinthians/13-1.htm">Paul threatens severity, and the power of his apostleship, against obstinate sinners.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">And, advising them to a trial of their faith,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">and to a reformation of their sins before his coming,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_corinthians/13-11.htm">he concludes his epistle with a general exhortation and a prayer.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This reflects his pastoral concern and his hope that the church will discern the truth. The word "realize" suggests a deeper understanding or revelation, which is a common theme in Paul's letters, as he often prays for the spiritual enlightenment of his readers (<a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Ephesians 1:17-18</a>). This phrase also indicates Paul's confidence in the Corinthians' ability to perceive the truth, despite the challenges and false teachings they faced.<p><b>that we have not failed the test.</b><br>Paul refers to a "test," which in the context of 2 Corinthians, relates to the authenticity of his apostleship and the truth of his message. The "test" can be seen as the trials and challenges that prove one's faith and ministry (<a href="/2_corinthians/11-23.htm">2 Corinthians 11:23-28</a>). Paul had previously encouraged the Corinthians to examine themselves to see whether they are in the faith (<a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm">2 Corinthians 13:5</a>), and here he assures them of his own integrity and faithfulness. This assurance is rooted in his consistent life and ministry, which align with the teachings of Christ. The concept of testing is also found throughout Scripture, where believers are encouraged to test everything and hold on to what is good (<a href="/1_thessalonians/5-21.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:21</a>). Paul's confidence in not having failed the test is a testament to his reliance on God's strength and grace, rather than his own abilities.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a></b><br>The author of 2 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth. He is defending his apostolic authority and urging the Corinthians to examine themselves.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_corinthian_church.htm">The Corinthian Church</a></b><br>The recipients of the letter, a Christian community in Corinth facing issues of division, immorality, and challenges to Paul's authority.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/apostolic_authority.htm">Apostolic Authority</a></b><br>The context of Paul's defense of his ministry and the authenticity of his apostleship.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/s/self-examination.htm">Self-Examination</a></b><br>A key theme in this passage, where Paul encourages the Corinthians to test themselves to see if they are in the faith.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_test.htm">The Test</a></b><br>Refers to the spiritual examination of faith and authenticity in one's relationship with Christ.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_self-examination.htm">The Importance of Self-Examination</a></b><br>Regular self-examination is crucial for spiritual growth and maintaining a genuine faith. It helps believers identify areas where they may be falling short and need to seek God's guidance and strength.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_apostolic_authority.htm">Understanding Apostolic Authority</a></b><br>Recognizing and respecting the authority of those God has placed in leadership is important for church unity and spiritual health. Paul’s defense of his apostleship serves as a reminder of the divine calling and responsibility of church leaders.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/passing_the_test_of_faith.htm">Passing the Test of Faith</a></b><br>True faith is evidenced by a life that reflects Christ. Believers are encouraged to live in a way that demonstrates their faith is genuine, passing the test of authenticity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_in_spiritual_maturity.htm">Hope in Spiritual Maturity</a></b><br>Paul expresses hope that the Corinthians will recognize their faith and his ministry as genuine. This hope is rooted in the transformative power of the Gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_community_in_accountability.htm">The Role of Community in Accountability</a></b><br>The church community plays a vital role in helping individuals examine their faith and grow spiritually. Encouragement, correction, and support from fellow believers are essential for passing the test of faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_corinthians_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_christ_in_you_the_hope_of_glory.htm">Is Christ in you the hope of glory?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_the_author_of_2_peter.htm">Will you remain faithful until death?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_believers_still_suffer_long.htm">Psalm 30:11-12: If mourning is truly turned to dancing, why do faithful believers throughout history often remain in prolonged suffering?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_true_friendship_in_the_bible.htm">What is faith's role in overcoming life's challenges?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_corinthians/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(6) <span class= "bld">But I trust . . .</span>--Better, <span class= "ital">But I hope</span> . . . The "we" that follows is emphatic: "whether <span class= "ital">you</span> fail to pass the test or not, I have a good hope that you will know that <span class= "ital">we</span> do not fail, whether the test be that which you demand (<a href="/2_corinthians/13-3.htm" title="Since you seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.">2Corinthians 13:3</a>), or that which I apply to myself as in the sight of God."<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_corinthians/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That we are not reprobates.</span> My power and faithfulness will be tested as well as yours, and I hope that it will stand the test. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">And</span><br /><span class="grk">δὲ</span> <span class="translit">(de)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> </span><span class="str2">A primary particle; but, and, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I hope</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐλπίζω</span> <span class="translit">(elpizō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1679.htm">Strong's 1679: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hope, hope for, expect, trust. From elpis; to expect or confide.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you will realize</span><br /><span class="grk">γνώσεσθε</span> <span class="translit">(gnōsesthe)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1097.htm">Strong's 1097: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="grk">ὅτι</span> <span class="translit">(hoti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> </span><span class="str2">Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">we</span><br /><span class="grk">ἡμεῖς</span> <span class="translit">(hēmeis)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> </span><span class="str2">I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">have</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐσμὲν</span> <span class="translit">(esmen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> </span><span class="str2">I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">not</span><br /><span class="grk">οὐκ</span> <span class="translit">(ouk)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> </span><span class="str2">No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">failed the test.</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀδόκιμοι</span> <span class="translit">(adokimoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_96.htm">Strong's 96: </a> </span><span class="str2">Failing to pass the test, unapproved, counterfeit. By implication, worthless.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">2 Corinthians 13:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_corinthians/13-6.htm">NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 13:6 But I hope that you will know (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_corinthians/13-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Corinthians 13:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Corinthians 13:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Corinthians 13:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Corinthians 13:7" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>