2 Corinthians 12:11

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

মই নির্বোধ হ’লো! এনে হবলৈ আপোনালোকে মোক অগত্যা কৰিলে, কিয়নো আপোনালোকৰ দ্বাৰাই মই প্ৰশংসিতহে হব লাগিছিল; কিয়নো মই একো নহলেও, ‘অতি প্ৰধান পাঁচনি’ সকলতকৈ অলপো নিকৃষ্ট নাছিলো৷

What Does This Mean?

Paul is speaking here and saying he feels foolish for having to defend himself. He believes that the Corinthians should have been praising him because his ministry work stands up to comparison with other apostles.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game, and your friend starts bragging about how great they are at it. You feel silly doing the same thing, but you want everyone to know you can play just as well. Paul is like that in this verse — he's not sure if he should boast, but he feels like he needs to show people what he's done for God.

Historical Background

This verse comes from a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the church at Corinth around AD 53-57. The Corinthians were questioning Paul’s authority as an apostle and his legitimacy in their eyes, so this verse is part of his response defending himself.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, you might feel compelled to defend your accomplishments or abilities when others doubt them. This verse reminds us that it's okay to acknowledge our strengths if they are used for the right purposes, just as Paul felt he needed to affirm his work in ministry.

Topics

• faith
• perseverance
• apostleship
• pride
• defense
• comparison

Related Verses

• Galatians 6:17
• Ephesians 3:8
• Philippians 3:4-6
• 2 Corinthians 10:12
• Acts 9:15

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Paul feel foolish for boasting?

Paul feels foolish because he believes boasting goes against humility, a core Christian virtue. Yet, he feels compelled by the Corinthian church to defend himself and his ministry.

What is the main issue Paul addresses in this verse?

The main issue is defending his apostolic authority and work among the Corinthians who were questioning or doubting his legitimacy as a leader.

How can we apply Paul's attitude towards boasting to our lives today?

We should be humble but confident when discussing our faith journeys, especially if it means clarifying misconceptions about our relationship with God.

What does 'in nothing am I behind the very chiefest apostles' imply?

Paul is stating that his ministry and contributions to spreading Christianity are as significant as those of any other major apostle recognized in early Christian communities.