³ For though we live^[a] as human beings,^[b] we do not wage war according to human standards,^{[c] 4} for the weapons of our warfare are not human weapons,^[d] but are made powerful by God^[e] for tearing down strongholds.^[f] We tear down arguments^{[g] 5} and every arrogant obstacle^[h] that is raised up against the knowledge of God, and we take every thought captive to make it obey^[i] Christ.

⁸ Finally, brothers and sisters,^[a] whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.