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The important thing is for the Lord to commend them. <a href="/esv/2_corinthians/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/blb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For the one commending himself, this one is not approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/kjv/2_corinthians/10.htm">King James Bible</a> For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. <a href="/nkjv/2_corinthians/10.htm">New King James Version</a> For not he who commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commends. <a href="/nasb_/2_corinthians/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For it is not the one who commends himself that is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/nasb/2_corinthians/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> For it is not he who commends himself that is approved, but he whom the Lord commends. <a href="/nasb77/2_corinthians/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For not he who commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commends. <a href="/lsb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For it is not the one who commends himself that is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/amp/2_corinthians/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> For it is not he who commends and praises himself who is approved [by God], but it is the one whom the Lord commends and praises. <a href="/csb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For it is not the one commending himself who is approved, but the one the Lord commends. <a href="/hcsb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For it is not the one commending himself who is approved, but the one the Lord commends. <a href="/asv/2_corinthians/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. <a href="/cev/2_corinthians/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> You may brag about yourself, but the only approval that counts is the Lord's approval. <a href="/erv/2_corinthians/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. <a href="/gwt/2_corinthians/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> It isn't the person who makes his own recommendation who receives approval, but the person whom the Lord recommends. <a href="/gnt/2_corinthians/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> For it is when the Lord thinks well of us that we are really approved, and not when we think well of ourselves. <a href="/isv/2_corinthians/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> It is not the person who commends himself who is approved, but the person whom the Lord commends. <a href="/net/2_corinthians/10.htm">NET Bible</a> For it is not the person who commends himself who is approved, but the person the Lord commends. <a href="/nheb/2_corinthians/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> For it is not he who commends himself who is approved, but whom the Lord commends. <a href="/wbt/2_corinthians/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. <a href="/wey/2_corinthians/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For it is not the man that commends himself who is really approved, but he whom the Lord commends.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/web/2_corinthians/10.htm">World English Bible</a> For it isn’t he who commends himself who is approved, but whom the Lord commends. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_corinthians/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for he who is commending himself is not approved, but he whom the LORD commends. <a href="/blb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For the one commending himself, this one is not approved, but the one whom the Lord commends. <a href="/ylt/2_corinthians/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for not he who is commending himself is approved, but he whom the Lord doth commend. <a href="/slt/2_corinthians/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For not he recommending himself, this is acceptable, but whom the Lord recommends.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For not he who commendeth himself, is approved, but he, whom God commendeth. <a href="/cpdv/2_corinthians/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For it is not he who commends himself who is approved, but rather he whom God commends. <a href="/nabre/2_corinthians/10.htm">New American Bible</a> For it is not the one who recommends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord recommends. <a href="/nrsvce/2_corinthians/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> For it is not those who commend themselves that are approved, but those whom the Lord commends.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_corinthians/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For it is not the one who praises himself who is approved, but the one whom the LORD commends. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_corinthians/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For it is not he who praises himself who is approved, but he whom THE LORD JEHOVAH shall praise. <div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/2_corinthians/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> for he that commends himself is not approved; but he whom the Lord commends. <a href="/godbey/2_corinthians/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> for he that commends himself is not approved, but whom the Lord commends. <a href="/haweis/2_corinthians/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For not he who commendeth himself is approved, but he whom the Lord commendeth.<CM> <a href="/mace/2_corinthians/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> for not he that commendeth himself, but he whom the Lord commendeth, is the approved. <a href="/wey/2_corinthians/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For it is not the man that commends himself who is really approved, but he whom the Lord commends. <a href="/worrell/2_corinthians/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> for not he that commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. <a href="/worsley/2_corinthians/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but he whom the Lord commendeth. <a href="/parallel/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ddheG4hMg28?start=1872" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/10.htm">Paul's Apostolic Authority</a> …17Rather, “Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.” 18<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">it is</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the one</a> <a href="/greek/4921.htm" title="4921: synistanōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- To place together, commend, prove, exhibit; instrans: I stand with; To be composed of, cohere. ">who commends</a> <a href="/greek/1438.htm" title="1438: heauton (RefPro-AM3S) -- Himself, herself, itself. ">himself</a> <a href="/greek/1565.htm" title="1565: ekeinos (DPro-NMS) -- That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.">who is</a> <a href="/greek/1384.htm" title="1384: dokimos (Adj-NMS) -- Approved, acceptable, tried. From dokeo; properly, acceptable, i.e. Approved.">approved,</a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">but</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hon (RelPro-AMS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">the one whom</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyrios (N-NMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord</a> <a href="/greek/4921.htm" title="4921: synistēsin (V-PIA-3S) -- To place together, commend, prove, exhibit; instrans: I stand with; To be composed of, cohere. ">commends.</a> <div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/jeremiah/9-23.htm">Jeremiah 9:23-24</a> This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. / But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. <a href="/1_corinthians/4-5.htm">1 Corinthians 4:5</a> Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God. <a href="/proverbs/27-2.htm">Proverbs 27:2</a> Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips. <a href="/romans/2-29.htm">Romans 2:29</a> No, a man is a Jew because he is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a man’s praise does not come from men, but from God. <a href="/galatians/1-10.htm">Galatians 1:10</a> Am I now seeking the approval of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-4.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:4</a> Instead, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, not in order to please men but God, who examines our hearts. <a href="/john/5-44.htm">John 5:44</a> How can you believe if you accept glory from one another, yet do not seek the glory that comes from the only God? <a href="/1_peter/2-4.htm">1 Peter 2:4-5</a> As you come to Him, the living stone, rejected by men but chosen and precious in God’s sight, / you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. <a href="/matthew/6-1.htm">Matthew 6:1-4</a> “Be careful not to perform your righteous acts before men to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. / So when you give to the needy, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their full reward. / But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, ... <a href="/luke/16-15.htm">Luke 16:15</a> So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God. <a href="/philippians/3-9.htm">Philippians 3:9</a> and be found in Him, not having my own righteousness from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God on the basis of faith. <a href="/romans/14-18.htm">Romans 14:18</a> For whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by men. <a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a> But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.” <a href="/isaiah/66-2.htm">Isaiah 66:2</a> Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word. <a href="/james/4-10.htm">James 4:10</a> Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For not he that commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commends.not.<a href="/2_corinthians/10-12.htm">2 Corinthians 10:12</a> For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.<a href="/2_corinthians/3-1.htm">2 Corinthians 3:1</a> Do we begin again to commend ourselves? or need we, as some others, epistles of commendation to you, or letters of commendation from you?<a href="/2_corinthians/5-12.htm">2 Corinthians 5:12</a> For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart.approved.<a href="/2_corinthians/6-4.htm">2 Corinthians 6:4</a> But in all things approving ourselves as the ministers of God, in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses,<a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">2 Corinthians 13:7</a> Now I pray to God that ye do no evil; not that we should appear approved, but that ye should do that which is honest, though we be as reprobates.<a href="/acts/2-22.htm">Acts 2:22</a> Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:but.<a href="/matthew/25-20.htm">Matthew 25:20-23</a> And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more… <a href="/john/5-42.htm">John 5:42-44</a> But I know you, that ye have not the love of God in you… <a href="/john/12-43.htm">John 12:43</a> For they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_corinthians/8-17.htm">Accepted</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-21.htm">Approval</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/7-11.htm">Approved</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-12.htm">Commend</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/8-8.htm">Commendeth</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/6-4.htm">Commending</a> <a href="/romans/5-8.htm">Commends</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-29.htm">Dependent</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-21.htm">Lord's</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-10.htm">Opinion</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/9-1.htm">Really</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_corinthians/11-4.htm">Accepted</a> <a href="/galatians/1-10.htm">Approval</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/13-7.htm">Approved</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-15.htm">Commend</a> <a href="/romans/3-5.htm">Commendeth</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/4-2.htm">Commending</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-2.htm">Commends</a> <a href="/galatians/3-18.htm">Dependent</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-17.htm">Lord's</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-5.htm">Opinion</a> <a href="/galatians/1-7.htm">Really</a><div class="vheading2">2 Corinthians 10</div>1. <a href="/2_corinthians/10-1.htm">Against the false apostles, who disgraced the weakness of his person and bodily presence, </a> 4. <a href="/2_corinthians/10-4.htm">he shows the spiritual might and authority with which he was armed against all adverse powers;</a> 7. <a href="/2_corinthians/10-7.htm">assuring those who at his coming he will be found as mighty in word as he is now in writing;</a> 12. <a href="/2_corinthians/10-12.htm">and encouraging them to reach out themselves beyond their compass.</a> </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 phrase highlights the futility of self-praise, which was a common practice in Greco-Roman culture where public honor and reputation were highly valued. Biblically, this aligns with <a href="/proverbs/27-2.htm">Proverbs 27:2</a>, "Let another praise you, and not your own mouth," emphasizing humility and the dangers of pride. Theologically, it underscores the principle that human approval is fleeting and ultimately insignificant compared to divine approval.but the one whom the Lord commends This phrase shifts the focus from human approval to divine approval, which is the ultimate standard for believers. In the broader biblical narrative, God's commendation is seen in His approval of faith and obedience, as exemplified in <a href="/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11</a>, where figures like Abel, Enoch, and Noah are commended for their faith. This reflects the biblical theme that true worth and validation come from God, not from human accolades. Theologically, it points to the judgment seat of Christ (<a href="/2_corinthians/5-10.htm">2 Corinthians 5:10</a>), where believers will receive commendation based on their faithfulness to God's calling. This phrase also echoes Jesus' teaching in <a href="/matthew/25-21.htm">Matthew 25:21</a>, where the faithful servant is commended by the master, symbolizing God's approval of those who serve Him faithfully.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of 2 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth. Paul is defending his apostolic authority and contrasting it with those who boast in themselves. 2. <a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a> A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and moral challenges. The church in Corinth faced issues of division and false teachings. 3. <a href="/topical/f/false_apostles.htm">False Apostles</a> Individuals in Corinth who were challenging Paul's authority and boasting in their own credentials and achievements.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/d/divine_approval_over_self-commendation.htm">Divine Approval Over Self-Commendation</a> True approval comes from God, not from self-promotion or human accolades. Believers should seek to live in a way that pleases God rather than seeking validation from others. <a href="/topical/h/humility_in_service.htm">Humility in Service</a> Humility is a key characteristic of a servant of Christ. We should focus on serving faithfully rather than boasting about our accomplishments. <a href="/topical/d/discernment_in_leadership.htm">Discernment in Leadership</a> Be discerning about who you follow and listen to in spiritual matters. Look for leaders who are commended by God through their character and faithfulness, not just their words or self-promotion. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_faithfulness.htm">The Role of Faithfulness</a> Faithfulness in our walk with Christ is more important than outward success or recognition. God sees and rewards our faithfulness. <a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_pride.htm">The Danger of Pride</a> Pride can lead to self-deception and a false sense of security. We must guard against pride and remember that our worth is found in Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_corinthians_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 10</a> <a href="/q/what_are_jehovahand#8217;s_witnesses'_end_times_beliefs.htm">Should others praise you instead of yourself?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_giving.htm">What does the Bible say about Christian giving?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_avoid_quarrels,_promote_peace.htm">How can sorrow lead to spiritual growth?</a> <a href="/q/does_marriage_imply_singles_lack_blessing.htm">Proverbs 18:22: Does finding 'favor from the Lord' by marrying imply that the single or the divorced lack divine blessing?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_corinthians/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(18) For not he that commendeth himself is approved.--Again, as in <a href="/2_corinthians/10-12.htm" title="For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.">2Corinthians 10:12</a> and five earlier passages (see reference there), we trace the impression which the stinging taunt had left on St. Paul's mind. In the word "approved" there is possibly a reference to what had been said in <a href="/1_corinthians/11-19.htm" title="For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you.">1Corinthians 11:19</a>. He had meant something more by it than meeting with men's approval.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_corinthians/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 18. - But whom the Lord commendeth (comp. <a href="/1_corinthians/3-13.htm">1 Corinthians 3:13, 14</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/4-5.htm">1 Corinthians 4:5</a>; <a href="/proverbs/27-2.htm">Proverbs 27:2</a>). <a href="/commentaries/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>For γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. it is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. not οὐ (ou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. the [one] ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. who commends συνιστάνων (synistanōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4921.htm">Strong's 4921: </a> To place together, commend, prove, exhibit; instrans: I stand with; To be composed of, cohere. himself ἑαυτὸν (heauton) Reflexive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1438.htm">Strong's 1438: </a> Himself, herself, itself. [who is] ἐκεῖνός (ekeinos) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1565.htm">Strong's 1565: </a> That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed. approved, δόκιμος (dokimos) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1384.htm">Strong's 1384: </a> Approved, acceptable, tried. From dokeo; properly, acceptable, i.e. Approved. but ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. the one whom ὃν (hon) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> 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 <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. commends. συνίστησιν (synistēsin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4921.htm">Strong's 4921: </a> To place together, commend, prove, exhibit; instrans: I stand with; To be composed of, cohere. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">2 Corinthians 10:18 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-18.htm">NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 10:18 For it isn't he who commends himself (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_corinthians/10-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Corinthians 10:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Corinthians 10:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_corinthians/11-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Corinthians 11:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Corinthians 11:1" /></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>