2 Corinthians 2:16

New English Translation

¹⁶to the latter an odor^[a] from death to death, but to the former a fragrance from life to life. And who is adequate for these things?^[b]

2 Corinthians 2:16 tn The same Greek word (ὀσμή, osmē) translated “odor” here (in relation to the stench of death) has been translated “fragrance” in 2:14 and in the next phrase of the present verse. The word itself can describe a smell or odor either agreeable or disagreeable depending on the context (L&N 79.45).
2 Corinthians 2:16 sn These things refer to the things Paul is doing in his apostolic ministry.

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