2 Corinthians 4:17

In 9 translations

BSB

For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal glory that is far beyond comparison.

KJV

For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;

WEB

For our light affliction, which is for the moment, works for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory,

ASV

For our light affliction, which is for the moment, worketh for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory;

LSV

for the momentary light matter of our tribulation works out for us more and more an exceedingly continuous weight of glory—

YLT

for the momentary light matter of our tribulation, more and more exceedingly an age-during weight of glory doth work out for us —

DBY

For our momentary [and] light affliction works for us in surpassing measure an eternal weight of glory;

DRC

For that which is at present momentary and light of our tribulation, worketh for us above measure exceedingly an eternal weight of glory.

GNV

For our light affliction which is but for a moment, causeth vnto vs a farre most excellent and an eternall waight of glorie:

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Original-language editions

SBLGNT

τὸ γὰρ παραυτίκα ἐλαφρὸν τῆς θλίψεως ἡμῶν καθʼ ὑπερβολὴν εἰς ὑπερβολὴν αἰώνιον βάρος δόξης κατεργάζεται ἡμῖν,

RP2018

Τὸ γὰρ παραυτίκα ἐλαφρὸν τῆς θλίψεως ἡμῶν καθ’ ὑπερβολὴν εἰς ὑπερβολὴν αἰώνιον βάρος δόξης κατεργάζεται ἡμῖν,

TR-Boyd

Τὸ γὰρ παραυτίκα ἐλαφρὸν τῆς θλίψεως ἡμῶν καθ᾿ ὑπερβολὴν εἰς ὑπερβολὴν αἰώνιον βάρος δόξης κατεργάζεται ἡμῖν,

SCR1894

το γαρ παραυτικα ελαφρον της θλιψεως ημων καθ υπερβολην εις υπερβολην αιωνιον βαρος δοξης κατεργαζεται ημιν

In the reference works topics that cite this verse

From public-domain Bible dictionaries and topical indexes (1884–1915).

Cross-references most cited first

• Romans 8:18I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us.
• 1 Peter 5:10And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.
• Romans 5:3–5Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His…
• James 1:12Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.
• Hebrews 12:10–11Our fathers disciplined us for a short time as they thought best, but God disciplines us for our good, so that we may share in His holiness. No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it…
• James 1:3–4because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
• 1 Peter 1:6–8In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by…
• 2 Corinthians 3:18And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
• Romans 8:37No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.
• 1 Peter 4:7The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.
• 2 Corinthians 11:23–28Are they servants of Christ? I am speaking like I am out of my mind, but I am so much more: in harder labor, in more imprisonments, in worse beatings, in frequent danger of death. Five times I received from the Jews…
• 1 Corinthians 2:9Rather, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no heart has imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him.”
• Psalms 73:24You guide me with Your counsel, and later receive me in glory.
• Philippians 1:19because I know that through your prayers and the provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, my distress will turn out for my deliverance.
• Romans 2:7To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life.
• Romans 8:34Who is there to condemn us? For Christ Jesus, who died, and more than that was raised to life, is at the right hand of God—and He is interceding for us.

From the OpenBible.info cross-reference set (votes from readers; not every link is a quotation or allusion).