2 Corinthians 6:5

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2 Corinthians 6:5 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

in beatings, imprisonments, and riots; in labor, sleepless nights, and hunger;

King James Version KJV

In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings;

American Standard Version ASV

in stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors, in watchings, in fastings;

Bible in Basic English BBE

In blows, in prisons, in attacks, in hard work, in watchings, in going without food;

Free Bible Version FBV

We have been beaten up, thrown into prison, and attacked by mobs. We have been worked to the bone, suffering sleepless nights and hunger.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

In stripes, in prisons, in tumults, in labours,

Young's Literal Translation YLT

in stripes, in imprisonments, in insurrections, in labours, in watchings, in fastings,

World English Bible WEB

in beatings, in imprisonments, in riots, in labors, in watchings, in fastings,

Noah Webster Bible WBS

In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors, in watchings, in fastings;

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

In stripes, in prisons, in seditions, in labours, in watchings, in fastings,

Translation for Translators T4T

Sometimes we have been beaten and bound {People have beaten us and tied us} with chains in prison. Angry mobs have attacked us, wanting to kill us. We have continued working for God until we had no more strength to work. We have had many sleepless nights, and we have often been without food.

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2 Corinthians 6:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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GRK εν πληγαις εν φυλακαις εν ακαταστασιαις εν κοποις εν αγρυπνιαις εν νηστειαις

εν en G1722 in/on/among Prep

πληγαις plēgē G4127 plague/blow/wound Noun-DPF

εν en G1722 in/on/among Prep

φυλακαις phulakē G5438 prison/watch: prison Noun-DPF

εν en G1722 in/on/among Prep

ακαταστασιαις akatastasia G181 disorder Noun-DPF

εν en G1722 in/on/among Prep

κοποις kopos G2873 labor Noun-DPM

εν en G1722 in/on/among Prep

αγρυπνιαις agrupnia G70 sleeplessness Noun-DPF

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νηστειαις nēsteia G3521 fasting Noun-DPF

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Greek Word Reference — 2 Corinthians 6:5

εν en G1722 "in/on/among" Prep

This word is a preposition that means in, on, or among something. It's used in many places, like Matthew 7:3 and Luke 7:37, to describe a location or relationship. It can also mean by, with, or during.

Definition: ἐν, prep, (the most frequently of all in NT), with dative (= Heb. בְּ, Lat. in, with abl.). __I. Of place, with dative of thing(s), of person(s), in, within, on, at, by, among: ἐν τ. πόλει, Luk.7:37; τ. οφθαλμῷ, Mat.7:3; τ. κοιλίᾳ, Mat.12:40; τ. ὄρει, 2Pe.1:18; τ. θρόνῳ, Rev.3:21; τ. δεξιᾷ τ. θεοῦ, Rom.8:34; ἐν ἡμῖν Abbott-Smith has ὑμῖν., Luk.1:1; of books, ἐν τ. βιβλίῳ, Gal.3:10; τ. νόμῳ, Mat.12:5, al.; ἐν τοῖς τ. Πατρός, in my Father's house (RV; cf. M, Pr., 103), Luk.2:49; trop., of the region of thought or feeling, ἐν τ. καρδίᾳ (-αις), Mat.5:28, 2Co.4:6, al.; τ. συνειδήσεσιν, 2Co.5:11; after verbs of motion, instead of εἰς (constructio praegnans, a usage extended in late Gk. beyond the limits observed in cl.; cf. Bl., §41, 1; M, Th., 12), ἀποστέλλω . . . ἐν, Mat.10:16. δέδωκεν ἐν τ. χειρί (cf. τιθέναι ἐν χερσί, Hom., Il., i, 441, al.), Jhn.3:35; id. after verbs of coming and going (not in cl.), εἰσῆλθε, Luk.9:46; ἐξῆλθεν, Luk.7:17. __II. Of state, condition, form, occupation, etc.: ἐν ζωῇ, Rom.5:10; ἐν τ. θανάτῳ, 1Jn.3:14; ἐν πειρασμοῖς, 1Pe.1:6; ἐν εἰρήνῃ, Mrk.5:25; ἐν δόξῃ, Php.4:19; ἐν πραΰτητι, Jas.3:13; ἐν μυστηρίῳ, 1Co.2:7; ἐν τ. διδαχῇ, Mrk.4:2; of a part as contained in a whole, ἐν τ. ἀμπέλῳ, Jhn.15:4; ἐν ἑνὶ σώματι, Rom.12:4; of accompanying objects or persons (simple dative in cl.), with, ἐν αἵματι, Heb.9:25; ἐν δέκα χιλιάσιν, Luk.14:31 (cf. Ju 14, Act.7:14); similarly (cl.), of clothing, armour, arms, ἐν στολαῖς, Mrk.12:38; ἐν ἐσθῆτι λαμπρᾷ, Jas.2:2; ἐν μαξαίρῃ, Luk.22:49; ἐν ῥάβδῳ, 1Co.4:21 (cf. ἐν τόξοις, Xen., Mem., 3, 9, 2); of manner (cl.), ἐν τάχει (= ταχέως), Luk.18:8 (cf. Bl., §41, 1); of spiritual influence, ἐν πνεύματι, Rom.8:9; ἐν π. ἀκαθάρτῳ, Mrk.1:23; of the mystical relation of the Christian life and the believer himself, to God and Christ (cf. ICC, Ro., 160f.; Mayor on Ju 1; M, Pr., 103): ἐν Χριστῷ, Rom.3:24, 6:11, 1Co.3:1, 4:10, 2Co.12:2, Gal.2:17, Eph.6:21, Col.4:7, 1Th.4:16, al. __III. Of the agent, instrument or means (an extension of cl. ἐν of instr.—see LS, see word Ill—corresponding to similar use of Heb. בְּ), by, with: ἐν ὑμῖν κρίνεται ὁ κόσμος (= cl. παρά, C. dative), 1Co.6:2; ἐν τ. ἄρχοντι τ. δαιμονίων, Mat.9:34; ἐν αἵματι, Heb.9:22; ἐν ὕδατι, Mat.3:11, al.; ἐν μαχαίρᾳ ἀποκτενεῖ (cf. the absol. ἐν μ., ἐν ῥάβδῳ, supr., II, which some would classify here), Rev.13:10 (cf. 6:8). Allied to this usage and distinctly Semitic are the following: ἠγόρασας . . . ἐν τ. αἵματι σου (cf. BDB, see word בְּ, III, 3), Rev.5:9; ὁμολογεῖν ἐν (= Aram. אודי בּ; cf. McNeile on Mt, I.with; M, Pr., 104), Mat.10:32, Luk.12:8; ὀμνύναι ἐν (= cl. accusative, so Jas.5:12), Mat.5:34, al.; also at the rate of, amounting to, Mrk.4:8 (WH; vv. ll., εἰς, ἒν), Act.7:14 (LXX). __IV. Of time, __(a) in or during a period: ἐν τ. ἡμέρᾳ (νυκτί), Jhn.11:9, al.; ἐν σαββάτῳ, Mat.12:2, al.; ἐν τῷ μεταξύ, meanwhile, Jhn.4:31; __(b) at the time of an event: ἐν τ. παρουσίᾳ, 1Co.15:23; ἐν τ. ἀναστάσει, Mat.22:28; __(with) with art. inf., __(α) present (so sometimes in cl., but not as in NT = ἕως; V. M, Pr., 215), while: Mat.13:4, Mrk.6:48, Gal.4:18, al.; __(β) aor., when, after: Luk.9:36, al.; __(d) within (cl.): Mat.27:40, __V. In composition: (1) meaning: (a) with adjectives, it signifies usually the possession of a quality, as ἐνάλιος, ἐν́δοξος; (b) with verbs, continuance in (before ἐν) or motion into (before εἰς), as ἐμμένω, ἐμβαίνω. (ii) Assimilation: ἐν becomes ἐμ- before β, μ, π, φ, ψ; ἐγ- before γ, κ, ξ, χ; ἐλ- before λ. But in the older MSS of NT, followed by modern editions, assimilation is sometimes neglected, as in ἐνγράφω, ἐγκαινίζω, etc. (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 2120 NT verses. KJV: about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in) See also: 1 Corinthians 1:2; 1 Corinthians 15:17; 1 Peter 1:2.

πληγαις plēgē G4127 "plague/blow/wound" Noun-DPF

This word means a blow, wound, or plague, like the wounds Jesus received, as seen in Revelation 13:3. It can also mean a calamity or disaster. In the Bible, it's used to describe physical harm or suffering.

Definition: πληγή, ῆς, ἡ (πλήσσω), [in LXX chiefly for מַכָּה, also for מַגֵּפָה etc. ;] __1. a blow, stripe, wound: pl., Luk.10:30 12:48, Act.16:23, 33, 2Co.6:5 11:23; ἡ π. τ. θανάτου (RV, death-stroke), Rev.13:3, 12; τ. μαχαίρας, Rev.13:14. __2. Metaphorical, a calamity, plague: Rev.9:18, 20 11:6 15:1, 6 15:8 16:9, 21 18:4, 8 21:9 22:18.† (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 21 NT verses. KJV: plague, stripe, wound(-ed) See also: 2 Corinthians 6:5; Revelation 13:12; Revelation 9:18.

εν en G1722 "in/on/among" Prep

φυλακαις phulakē G5438 "prison/watch: prison" Noun-DPF

This word refers to a prison, guard, or watch, like in Acts 12:10 where Peter was held in prison by King Herod's guards. It can also mean a place of protection or a time of vigilance, as in Luke 2:8 where shepherds kept watch over their flocks.

Definition: φυλακή, -ῆς, ἡ (φυλάσσω) [in LXX chiefly for מִשְׁמֶרֶת and cogn. forms, also for כֶּלֶא etc. ;] __(a) actively, a guarding, guard, watch (Hom., Plat., Xen., al.): cogn. accusative, φυλάσσειν φυλακάς, to keep watch, Luk.2:8; __(b) of those who keep watch (as also Lat. custodia), a guard; pl., sentinels, a guard (Hom., al.): Act.12:10; __(with) of the place where persons are kept under guard, a prison (Hdt., Thuc., al.): Mat.14:10, Mrk.6:17, Luk.3:20, Act.5:19, 2Co.6:5, 1Pe.3:19, Rev.18:2, al.; __(d) of the time during which guard was kept by night (Lest. vigilia; Anthol.), a watch: Mat.14:25 24:43, Mrk.6:48, Luk.12:38 (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 45 NT verses. KJV: cage, hold, (im-)prison(-ment), ward, watch See also: 1 Peter 3:19; Luke 3:20; Hebrews 11:36.

εν en G1722 "in/on/among" Prep

ακαταστασιαις akatastasia G181 "disorder" Noun-DPF

This term refers to disorder or confusion, like in 1 Corinthians 14:33 and James 3:16. It describes a state of instability or tumult. The KJV Bible translates it as 'commotion' or 'confusion'.

Definition: ἀκαταστασία, -ας, ἡ (ἀκατάστατος), [in LXX: Pro.26:28 (מִדְחֶה), Tob.4:13 * ;] instability (MM, VGT, see word); hence, confusion, tumult: 1Co.14:33, Jas.3:16; pl. (Bl., §32, 6), Luk.21:9, 2Co.6:5, 12:20 (Polyb., al.; see Cremer, 739).† (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 5 NT verses. KJV: commotion, confusion, tumult See also: 1 Corinthians 14:33; 2 Corinthians 12:20; James 3:16.

εν en G1722 "in/on/among" Prep

κοποις kopos G2873 "labor" Noun-DPM

Labor or toil that is physically or emotionally exhausting, such as in John 4:38 and 1 Corinthians 3:8.

Definition: κόπος, -ου, ὁ (κόπτω) [in LXX chiefly for עָמָל, also for אָוֶן, etc. ;] __1. a striking, beating (in Jer.45:3 = κοπετός) __2. laborious toil, trouble: Jhn.4:38, 1Co.3:8 15:58, 1Th.3:5; κ. τ. ἀγάπης, 1Th.1:3; ἔργα καὶ κ., Rev.2:2; κ. καὶ μόχθος, 2Co.11:27, 1Th.2:9, 2Th.3:8; pl., ἐν κ., 2Co.6:5 10:15 11:23; ἐκ τ. κ., Rev.14:13; κόπονς (-ον) παρέχειν (in cl. more frequently π. πράγματα, πονον), with dative of person(s), Mat.26:10, Mrk.14:6, Luk.11:7 18:5, Gal.6:17.† SYN.: μόλθος, labour; πόνος (which see), toil, painful effort; in cl., "π. gives prominence to the effort (work as requiring force), κ. to the fatigue, μ. (chiefly poetic) to the hardship" (Thayer, see word κ.) (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 19 NT verses. KJV: labour, + trouble, weariness See also: 1 Corinthians 3:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:8; Hebrews 6:10.

εν en G1722 "in/on/among" Prep

αγρυπνιαις agrupnia G70 "sleeplessness" Noun-DPF

Agrupnia refers to sleeplessness or staying awake, as seen in 2 Corinthians 6:5 and 11:27, where Paul lists it as one of his hardships.

Definition: ἀγρυπνία, -ας, ἡ (see supr.), [in LXX: Si .9, 2Ma.2:26 * ;] sleeplessness, watching: 2Co.6:5 11:27. (Plat., Hdt.; for exx. in π., see MM, VGT, see word) † (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 2 NT verses. KJV: watch See also: 2 Corinthians 6:5; 2 Corinthians 11:27.

εν en G1722 "in/on/among" Prep

νηστειαις nēsteia G3521 "fasting" Noun-DPF

Fasting or abstinence from food, often for religious reasons, as seen in Matthew 17:21 and Acts 14:23. It can also refer to involuntary abstinence from food, such as in 2 Corinthians 6:5.

Definition: νηστεία, -ας, ἡ (νηστεύω), [in LXX for צוֹם ;] fasting, a fast; __(a) of voluntary abstinence from food: Mat.17:21 (WH, R, txt., om.), Mrk.9:29 (WH, txt., R, txt., om.), Luk.2:37, Act.14:23; of the Day of Atonement, Act.27:9; __(b) of involuntary abstinence: 2Co.6:5 11:27.† SYN.: ἀσιτία, q.v (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 8 NT verses. KJV: fast(-ing) See also: 1 Corinthians 7:5; Acts 27:9; Matthew 17:21.

Study Notes — 2 Corinthians 6:5

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2 Corinthians 6:5 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Cambridge Bible on 2 Corinthians 6:5
Barnes' Notes on 2 Corinthians 6:5
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Sermons on 2 Corinthians 6:5

Context — Paul’s Hardships and God’s Grace

3We put no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no one can discredit our ministry. 4Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities;

5in beatings, imprisonments, and riots; in labor, sleepless nights, and hunger;

6in purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love; 7in truthful speech and in the power of God; with the weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left;

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	2 Corinthians 11:23–25	Are 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 the forty lashes minus one. Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was stoned, three times I was shipwrecked. I spent a night and a day in the open sea.
2	2 Corinthians 11:27	in labor and toil and often without sleep, in hunger and thirst and often without food, in cold and exposure.
3	Acts 19:23–34	About that time there arose a great disturbance about the Way. It began with a silversmith named Demetrius who made silver shrines of Artemis, bringing much business to the craftsmen. Demetrius assembled the craftsmen, along with the workmen in related trades. “Men,” he said, “you know that this business is our source of prosperity. And you can see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. There is danger not only that our business will fall into disrepute, but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis will be discredited and her majesty deposed—she who is worshiped by all the province of Asia and the whole world.” When the men heard this, they were enraged and began shouting, “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!” Soon the whole city was in disarray. They rushed together into the theatre, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul’s traveling companions from Macedonia. Paul wanted to go before the assembly, but the disciples would not allow him. Even some of Paul’s friends who were officials of the province of Asia sent word to him, begging him not to venture into the theatre. Meanwhile the assembly was in turmoil. Some were shouting one thing and some another, and most of them did not even know why they were there. The Jews in the crowd pushed Alexander forward to explain himself, and he motioned for silence so he could make his defense to the people. But when they realized that he was a Jew, they all shouted in unison for about two hours: “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!”
4	Acts 17:5	The Jews, however, became jealous. So they brought in some troublemakers from the marketplace, formed a mob, and sent the city into an uproar. They raided Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas, hoping to bring them out to the people.
5	Acts 24:27	After two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus. And wishing to do the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul in prison.
6	1 Corinthians 7:5	Do not deprive each other, except by mutual consent and for a time, so you may devote yourselves to prayer. Then come together again, so that Satan will not tempt you through your lack of self-control.
7	2 Corinthians 1:8–10	We do not want you to be unaware, brothers, of the hardships we encountered in the province of Asia. We were under a burden far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life. Indeed, we felt we were under the sentence of death, in order that we would not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead. He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,
8	Hebrews 13:17	Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.
9	Philippians 1:13	As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ.
10	1 Kings 22:27	and tell them that this is what the king says: ‘Put this man in prison and feed him only bread and water until I return safely.’”

2 Corinthians 6:5 Summary

[The Apostle Paul is listing the many hardships he faced as a servant of God, including physical beatings, imprisonment, and riots, to show that he was willing to endure anything for the sake of the gospel. He also mentions labor, sleepless nights, and hunger, demonstrating his commitment to spreading the message of Jesus Christ, just as Jesus himself suffered and was tempted, as seen in Hebrews 4:15. By trusting in God's power and provision, we can endure our own challenges and trials, just as the Apostle Paul did, and fulfill our calling to serve God and others, as encouraged in Matthew 16:24-25. As we face our own hardships, we can remember the Apostle Paul's example and trust that God is with us, strengthening and guiding us, as promised in Isaiah 41:10.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of beatings is the Apostle Paul referring to in 2 Corinthians 6:5?

The Apostle Paul is likely referring to the physical beatings he endured for preaching the gospel, as mentioned in Acts 16:22-24 and 2 Corinthians 11:25, where he describes being beaten with rods and receiving 39 lashes on five separate occasions.

How did the Apostle Paul handle the hardships and riots he faced?

The Apostle Paul handled the hardships and riots he faced by trusting in God's power and provision, as seen in Philippians 4:13, where he writes, 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.'

What is the significance of the Apostle Paul mentioning labor, sleepless nights, and hunger in 2 Corinthians 6:5?

The Apostle Paul mentions labor, sleepless nights, and hunger to emphasize the sacrifices he made for the sake of the gospel, demonstrating his commitment to spreading the message of Jesus Christ, as seen in 1 Corinthians 9:22-23, where he writes about becoming all things to all people to save some.

How can we apply the Apostle Paul's example of endurance in 2 Corinthians 6:5 to our own lives?

We can apply the Apostle Paul's example of endurance by trusting in God's power and provision, just as he did, and being willing to make sacrifices for the sake of the gospel, as encouraged in Romans 5:3-5, where we are told to rejoice in our sufferings because they produce perseverance, character, and hope.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways I can demonstrate my commitment to the gospel, even in the face of hardship or persecution?
How can I trust in God's power and provision when I am facing difficult circumstances, just as the Apostle Paul did?
What are some areas in my life where I need to rely more on God's strength, rather than my own, to endure challenges and trials?
In what ways can I follow the Apostle Paul's example of self-sacrifice and dedication to spreading the message of Jesus Christ?

Gill's Exposition on 2 Corinthians 6:5

In stripes,.... As the Apostle Paul particularly was, who was thrice beaten with rods, and five times scourged by the Jews with the scourge of forty stripes save one.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Corinthians 6:5

In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings; Stripes (2 Corinthians 11:23-24; Acts 16:23). Imprisonments (2 Corinthians 11:23). He had been, doubtless, elsewhere imprisoned besides at Philippi.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5

In stripes: the apostle, , tells us he was in stripes above measure; and , that of the Jews he five times received forty stripes save one: we read of his many stripes, . In imprisonments; of the imprisonment of him and Silas, , which was not the only time before the writing of this Epistle, as appeareth by this verse. In tumults, or seditions raised by the Jews and the heathens; we have a record of one at Ephesus, , caused by Demetrius: others, by tumults, here, understand unfixed and uncertain habitations, tossing to and fro, so as they could be quiet in no place; but the former seemeth rather the sense of the word, as . In labours; he either means labours with his hands, (which Paul was sometimes put to, as 20:34), or travels and journeys. The word is a general word, significative of any pains that men take. In watchings; religious watching, . In fastings, as acts of discipline, by which he kept under his body, and brought it into subjection, as he told us, .

Trapp's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5

5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings; Ver. 5. In imprisonment] Chrysostom saith, he had rather be Paul cast into a prison than Paul rapped up into Paradise.

Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5

(5) In stripes . . .—The list becomes more specific. “Stripes” we have seen at Philippi (Acts 16:23), and 2 Corinthians 11:23-24 show that there were other instances. Of “imprisonment?,” that at Philippi is, so far, the only recorded instance (Acts 16:24); but there may well have been others, as in 2 Corinthians 11:23. “Tumults” (the same word as in Luke 21:9) at Antioch in Pisidia (Acts 13:50), Lystra (Acts 14:5-19), Thessalonica (Acts 17:5), Corinth itself (Acts 18:12), and Ephesus (Acts 19:23-41). “Labours” describe the usual tenor of his life, the daily work of his calling as a tent-maker, as well as that connected with his ministry. “Watchings” and “fastings” are, probably, both of them (comp. 2 Corinthians 11:27) to be referred to voluntary acts—nights of vigil and self-imposed abstinence—rather than to privations incidental to his work.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5

Verse 5. In stripes, in imprisonments] Of these the history of the Acts of the Apostles gives ample testimony; and there were doubtless many instances of persecution in various forms which are not on record. In tumults] ακαταστασιαις. Insurrections raised against them because of the Gospel. It is more natural to understand the word thus, than of agitations, or tossings to and fro in consequence of their unsettled state of life; or because of persecution, which obliged them to flee from place to place. In labours] Both with our own hands to provide for ourselves the necessaries of life, that we might not be chargeable to others; and in labours to spread the Gospel of God through all countries where his providence opened our way. In watchings] Passing many nights without sleep or rest. In fastings] Partly constrained through want of food; and partly voluntary, as a means of obtaining an increase of grace both for ourselves and for the Churches.

Cambridge Bible on 2 Corinthians 6:5

5. in stripes] Cf. ch. 2 Corinthians 11:23-24; Acts 16:23.in imprisonments] Cf. ch. 2 Corinthians 11:23. The Acts of the Apostles, up to this date, records only one such, namely that at Philippi, Acts 16:23-40. But the Acts is far from recording all the events of St Paul’s life. See notes on ch. 11:and on ch. 2 Corinthians 1:8.in tumults] The word in the original signifies primarily unsettlement. Cf. margin of A. V., tossings to and fro. St Chrysostom would interpret it of the uncertain dwelling-place of the Apostle. But the word came to mean disorder or tumult. See Luke 21:9; 1 Corinthians 14:33; James 3:16, as well as ch 2 Corinthians 12:20, where the word occurs. In these passages moral disorder, not local unsettlement, is clearly implied. For the tumults which the Apostle went through see Acts 13:50; Acts 14:5; Acts 14:19; Acts 16:22; Acts 17:5; Acts 18:12; Acts 19:23-41.in labours] i.e. (1) the toils by which he supported himself (cf. Acts 18:3; Acts 20:34; 1 Thessalonians 2:9; 2 Thessalonians 3:8); and (2) his labours for the cause of Christ (cf Romans 16:12; 1 Timothy 4:10).in watchings] Literally, sleeplessnesses, caused by “manual labour, teaching, travelling, meditating, praying, cares and the like.” Meyer.in fastings] Since St Paul himself distinguished these fastings from ordinary hunger and thirst (ch. 2 Corinthians 11:27) we must do so also. “Not fasting from want, but a voluntary exercise of abstinence.” Calvin. Fasting, we know, was practised under the new Covenant as well as the old. See Acts 13:2-3; Acts 14:23.

Barnes' Notes on 2 Corinthians 6:5

In stripes - In this verse, Paul proceeds to specifications of what he had been called to endure. In the previous verse, he had spoken of his afflictions in general terms.

Whedon's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 6:5

5. Stripes—See note 2 Corinthians 11:24. Imprisonments—As at Philippi; narrated in Acts.

Sermons on 2 Corinthians 6:5

	Sermon	Description
	Do These Things Move You? by Leonard Ravenhill	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having unwavering faith in God, even in the midst of challenging circumstances. He uses the example of a man who remained c
	1 Thessalonians 4:1-3 by St. John Chrysostom	John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of sanctification and living a life that pleases God. He emphasizes the need to go beyond mere obedience to God's commandments and str
	Philippians 1:22-26 by St. John Chrysostom	John Chrysostom preaches about the exemplary spirit of Paul, who faced the choice between departing to be with Christ or remaining in the flesh for the sake of others. Paul's selfl
	A Day and a Night in the Deep by Carter Conlon	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of fully believing and trusting in the word of God. He uses the example of the Israelites who, despite knowing what God had p
	Trials and Afflictions by Bakht Singh	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of rejoicing in faithfulness during trials and afflictions. He refers to 1 Peter chapter 4 verses 12-14, which encourages bel
	Voices in the Coming Storm by Carter Conlon	In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jesus walking on water and the disciples' reaction to it. He emphasizes the importance of having faith and not being afraid in
	The Perils of Paul by Leonard Ravenhill	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the dedication and discipline of a young Chinese girl who practices diving for hours every day for five years. He uses this example to chall