2 Corinthians 3:14
King James Version
7 Jun 2026
“But their minds were blinded: for until this day remaineth the same vail untaken away in the reading of the old testament; which vail is done away in Christ.”
Χριστός
The one set apart and equipped for a specific task. Oil was poured on kings, priests and prophets in the Old Testament — the anointing meant: this one is chosen, this one is sent. Jesus stands up in Nazareth and reads Isaiah — and then says: this is Me. I am the one sent.
καταργέω
is being removed,
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καταργέω
To render ineffective, to abolish, to destroy. Katargeo. He who had the power of death that is the devil was destroyed. The work of the devil has been undone by Christ.
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διαθήκη
covenant
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διαθήκη
Covenant, testament, agreement. Diatheke. This cup is the new covenant in my blood. God initiated the covenant. We receive it by faith. His promises are guaranteed.
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παλαιός
old
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παλαιός
Old, ancient, former. Palaios. Put off the old self. The old way of living has no claim on you in Christ. You are not who you used to be. You are a new creation.
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μένω
remains
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μένω
To abide, to remain, to stay. Meno. Abide in Me and I in you. Abiding is not a feeling. It is a choice. Stay connected to the vine and fruit is inevitable.
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ἡμέρα
day
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ἡμέρα
Day. Hemera. This is the day the LORD has made. Every day is a gift from God. The right response to any day is rejoicing in the One who gave it.
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νόημα
minds
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νόημα
A thought, a purpose, a scheme. We are not unaware of Satan's schemes. Knowing the enemy's tactics is part of spiritual warfare. Stay alert.
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σήμερον
present
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σήμερον
on the (i.e. this) day (or night current or just passed); generally, now (i.e. at present, hitherto)
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πωρόω
were hardened
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πωρόω
to petrify, i.e. (figuratively) to indurate (render stupid or callous)
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κάλυμα
veil
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κάλυμα
a cover, i.e. veil
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