ii corinthians
Definition
Proper noun: * A book of the New Testament: "II Corinthians" is the name of a specific book in the Christian Bible. It is the second of two canonical letters (epistles) traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul and addressed to the Christian community in the ancient Greek city of Corinth.
Usage
- "II Corinthians" is used as a singular, proper noun to refer to this specific biblical text. It is often cited when discussing its theological content, historical context, or literary structure.
- It is commonly abbreviated as 2 Corinthians in modern texts and translations.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- The themes of suffering and comfort are deeply explored in II Corinthians.
- The pastor's sermon was based on a passage from II Corinthians, chapter 5.
- Scholars often compare the tone of II Corinthians with that of I Corinthians.
Advanced Usage
- "The Second Epistle to the Corinthians": This is the formal, full title of the book, synonymous with "II Corinthians."
- When referencing a specific verse, it is standard to use the abbreviation and cite by chapter and verse (e.g., 2 Cor. 12:9).
Variants and Related Words
- 2 Corinthians: The modern, standard abbreviation and form.
- Second Corinthians: A common spoken alternative.
- Corinthians: Often used informally to refer to both the first and second letters together (e.g., "Paul's letters to the Corinthians").
- I Corinthians: The first letter, which precedes II Corinthians in the New Testament canon.
Synonyms
- The Second Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians: The formal title.
- 2 Cor.: The standard written abbreviation.
Notes
- As a proper noun naming a specific text, "II Corinthians" does not have phrasal verbs or idioms derived from it. Discussions about the book use it as a title or reference point.
Noun
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a New Testament book containing the second epistle from Saint Paul to the church at Corinth
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