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11 We have spoken frankly to you Corinthians; our heart is wide open to you. 12 There is no restriction in our affections but only in yours. 13 In return—I speak as to children—open wide your hearts also.(A)

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11 We have spoken freely to you,[a] Corinthians; our heart has been opened wide to you. 12 Our affection for you is not restricted,[b] but you are restricted in your affections for us. 13 Now as a fair exchange—I speak as to my[c] children—open wide your hearts to us[d] also.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Corinthians 6:11 tn Grk “our mouth has been open to you,” an idiom for openness in communication.
  2. 2 Corinthians 6:12 tn Grk “You are not restricted by us.”
  3. 2 Corinthians 6:13 tn The word “my” is not in the Greek text but is implied.
  4. 2 Corinthians 6:13 tn The words “to us” are not in the Greek text but are implied.