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Hebrew/Greek. Your Content. 2 Corinthians 11:14. New King James Version. 14 And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 11:14 in all English translations. 2 Corinthians 10. 2 Corinthians 12. New King James Version (NKJV) Scripture taken from the New King James Version®.
In 2 Corinthians 11:14 Paul writes, "Satan disguises himself as an angel of light." What does this mean? It is clear from the larger context of this passage that the comparison is similar to the false apostles Paul discusses.
May 27, 2008 · Second Corinthians 11:14–15 contains perhaps the most important bit of information all believers need to remember concerning the nature of Satan and his work. Paul tells us in today’s passage that the Devil “disguises himself as an angel of light” (v. 14).
Scripture indicates that this tactic should not be surprising. Satan also disguises himself as an angel of light. The Devil's greatest weapon has always been deception. The most effective deception is to convince people that what is evil is actually good, that what is dark is actually light.
Even Satan ·changes himself to look like [disguises himself as; masquerades as] an ·angel [messenger] of light [C trying to fool people into thinking he is from God, who is pure light]. GNV And no marvel: for Satan himself is transformed into an Angel of light.
… 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. Their end will correspond to their actions. 16 I repeat: Let no one take me for a fool. But if you do, then receive me as a fool, so that I too may boast a little.…
The phrase "an angel of light," means a pure and holy angel, light being the emblem of purity and holiness. Such are all the angels that dwell in heaven; and the idea is, that Satan assumes such a form as to appear to be such an angel. Learn here: (1) His power. He can assume such an aspect as he pleases.
