2 Corinthians 8:13

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It is not our intention that others may be relieved while you are burdened, but that there may be equality.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

For this is not that others may be eased and you distressed,

World English Bible (WEB)

For{G1063} I mean not{G3756} that{G2443} other men{G243} be eased{G425}, and{G1161} ye{G5213} burdened{G2347}:

Strong's King James

(13) Because it's not to ease others out of your affliction but rather by equality,

The F.O.G

[13] The goal isn't to make things easier for others by making things harder for you. It's about creating a beautiful balance.

The F.O.G Paraphrase

for not that for others release, and ye pressured, do I speak,

Young's Literal Translation

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2 Corinthians 8:13

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Jean Paul Joseph

2 Corinthians 8:13