2 Corinthians 11:21
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
হয়, আমি এক প্ৰকাৰ দূৰ্বলীয়েই আছিলোঁ, ইয়াক মই লাজ পাই স্বীকাৰ কৰিছোঁ। যেতিয়া যি কোনো কথাত যদি কোনো ব্যক্তিয়ে গৌৰৱ কৰে, মই অজ্ঞানতাৰে কৈছোঁ, তেনেহ’লে মইয়ো গৌৰৱ কৰিম।
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Paul is defending himself against critics who say he's weak or not a real apostle. He says that if anyone can boast about their strengths and accomplishments, he can do so too.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're in a race at school, but some kids say you're slow. You might want to show them how fast you are by running really hard! That's kind of what Paul is doing here – showing that he’s just as strong and capable as anyone else.
Historical Background
The letter was written by the Apostle Paul around 53-56 AD to the church in Corinth. He wrote this to defend his apostleship against those who questioned his authority, emphasizing his equal standing with other apostles.
Living It Out Today
Today, if someone belittles your work or abilities, remember you can also stand up and show what you’re capable of – but always do it with humility and grace. Just like Paul did not boast to be arrogant, but rather to defend himself against false accusations.
Topics
apostleshipdefensestrengthhumilityboastingauthority
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Paul speak 'foolishly'?
Paul says he is speaking 'foolishly' to emphasize that boasting about one's accomplishments is not something Christians should do often. However, in this case, it’s necessary for defending his apostleship.
Is Paul contradicting the idea of humility?
No, Paul is not contradicting humility. He is emphasizing that while boasting is generally discouraged, there are times when one must defend their calling and work with boldness to clarify misunderstandings or false accusations.
How can we apply this verse in a modern workplace?
In today's workplaces, you might encounter situations where your skills or contributions are undervalued. This verse encourages standing up for yourself when necessary but with humility and grace, ensuring your defense is aimed at clarifying the truth rather than seeking personal glory.
How does this relate to defending one’s faith?
Paul's example shows that it can be important to defend your faith or beliefs against false accusations. However, like Paul, you should do so with wisdom and humility, aiming to bring clarity rather than engaging in self-promotion.