Lux Domini
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me.

What does 2 Corinthians 12:8 mean?

The apostle gives an account of the method God took to keep him humble, and to prevent his being lifted up above measure, on account of the visions and revelations he had.

Key themes

Suffering and trialsHumilityWeaknessMinistry

Read with

Keep this verse inside 2 Corinthians 12:5-9 and alongside a few nearby related passages.