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11 Finally, believers, rejoice! Be made complete [be what you should be], be comforted, be like-minded, live in peace [enjoy the spiritual well-being experienced by believers who walk closely with God]; and the God of love and peace [the source of lovingkindness] will be with you. 12 Greet one another with a [a]holy kiss. 13 All [b]God’s people greet you.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Corinthians 13:12 A traditional greeting in biblical times, much like today’s handshake and hug.
  2. 2 Corinthians 13:13 Lit the saints.

Final Greetings

11 Finally, brothers and sisters,(A) rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace.(B) And the God of love(C) and peace(D) will be with you.

12 Greet one another with a holy kiss.(E) 13 All God’s people here send their greetings.(F)

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