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2 Corinthians 8
Paul tells of the generosity of the poor churches of Macedonia, who gave beyond their means, and urges the Corinthians to complete their gift for the saints: 'though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor.' Titus and two brothers will carry the gift.
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The letter: who wrote it, where and when
These questions are debated; the views are shown side by side with how sure each is, as in Paul's Roads.
- Strongly supported
2 Corinthians written from Macedonia
Paul has come into Macedonia and met Titus there (2:13; 7:5–7) and boasts to the Macedonians about Achaia's readiness (9:2–4). Philippi is shown as a likely Macedonian city; the letter names none.
- Plausible
2 Corinthians may combine more than one letter.
The sharp change of tone at chapter 10 and the letter written with many tears (2:4) have led many to think chapters 10–13 (or other parts) were once separate. Others read it as one letter written over time.