2 Corinthians 12:5

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

I will boast on behalf of this person, but I will not boast about myself [anymore], except about my weaknesses.

Cross References

Matthew 8:17

This was in order to fulfill what was spoken by Isaiah the prophet, saying, [Isa. 53:4], “[He] Himself took [care of] our [physical] weaknesses and carried [away] our diseases.”

1 Corinthians 2:3

And I was weak, apprehensive and fearful when I was [there] with you [Note: This probably refers to Paul’s sense of inadequacy in view of the task before him].

2 Corinthians 11:30

If I must boast, I will boast about the things that show my weakness.

2 Corinthians 12:1

Although I must boast about myself [See 11:21-27], it [really] is not profitable. So, I will go on to [tell about] visions and [inspired] revelations given [to me] from the Lord.