2 Corinthians 5:4

The Text-Critical English New Testament

For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, not because we want to be unclothed, but further clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life.

Cross References

Romans 8:23

Not only that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we eagerly await our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies.

1 Corinthians 15:51

Behold, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed,

2 Corinthians 5:2

For in this tent we groan, longing to be further clothed with our heavenly dwelling,

2 Corinthians 5:3

because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked.

2 Peter 1:13

I think it is right, as long as I am in this bodily tent, to stir you up by way of reminder,