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Context. Paul and the False Apostles. … 13 For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. 14 And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. 15 It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness.
2 Corinthians 11:14. New International Version. 14 And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 11:14 in all English translations. 2 Corinthians 10. 2 Corinthians 12. New International Version (NIV)
What does 2 Corinthians 11:14 mean? Paul has brutally called out his opponents in Corinth for what they were: deceivers pretending to be what Paul truly was: an apostle of Christ. They were attempting to seduce the Corinthians away from true devotion to Jesus, preaching to them a different gospel about a different Jesus and a different spirit.
2 Corinthians 11:14. καὶ οὐ θαῦμα κ. τ. λ.: and no marvel; for even Satan fashioneth himself into an angel of light. Light is the symbol of God (1 John 1:5, 1 Timothy 6:16) and His messengers (Matthew 28:3, Acts 12:7), as darkness is the symbol of Satan (Luke 22:53, Ephesians 6:12, Colossians 1:13).
2 Corinthians 11:14. . 14 No wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. 15 Therefore it is not surprising if his servants also disguise themselves as servants of righteousness, whose end will be according to their deeds.
2 Corinthians 11:14 — King James Version (KJV 1900) 14 And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light. 2 Corinthians 11:14 — New Living Translation (NLT)
Paul and the False Apostles. 11 I hope you will put up with me in a little foolishness. Yes, please put up with me! 2 I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy.
2 Corinthians 11:14–15 — American Standard Version (ASV) 14 And no marvel; for even Satan fashioneth himself into an angel of light. 15 It is no great thing therefore if his ministers also fashion themselves as ministers of righteousness, whose end shall be according to their works.
2 Corinthians 11:14. “And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” King James Version (KJV) < Previous Verse. Next Verse > View Chapter. 2 Corinthians 11:14 Context. 11 Wherefore? because I love you not?
2 Corinthians 11:14-15. And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising, then, if his servants also masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will be what their actions deserve.
