2 Corinthians
“For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.”
2 Corinthians 4:6
2 Corinthians 4:6 (KJV) speaks to God's presence, hope, and renewal — words set in 2 Corinthians, Paul's most personal letter. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.”
Isaiah 60:1“Behold, the eye of the LORD is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy;”
Psalms 33:18“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance.”
Psalms 42:5“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
Isaiah 40:31“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”
Psalms 23:4“Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”
John 8:12
Common questions
What does 2 Corinthians 4:6 mean?
In the King James Version, 2 Corinthians 4:6 reads: "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." The verse speaks to God's presence, hope, and renewal. To read it well, take it in the flow of 2 Corinthians 4 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is 2 Corinthians 4:6 in the King James Version?
Yes. "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." is 2 Corinthians 4:6 in the King James Version (KJV), found in 2 Corinthians chapter 4.
What are some related Bible verses to 2 Corinthians 4:6?
Verses that sit beside 2 Corinthians 4:6 include Isaiah 60:1, Psalms 33:18, and Psalms 42:5. Reading them alongside 2 Corinthians 4:6 deepens the theme of God's presence.
How can I pray with 2 Corinthians 4:6?
Read 2 Corinthians 4:6 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.