2 Corinthians 2:16

2:16 to the latter an odor ¹  from death to death, but to the former a fragrance from life to life. And who is adequate for these things? ² 

2 Corinthians 2:14

Apostolic Ministry

2:14 But thanks be to God who always leads us in triumphal procession ³  in Christ ⁴  and who makes known ⁵  through us the fragrance that consists of the knowledge of him in every place.

[2:16]  ¹ tn The same Greek word (ὀσμή, osmh) translated “odor” here (in relation to the stench of death) has been translated “fragrance” in 2:14 and in the next phrase of the present verse. The word itself can describe a smell or odor either agreeable or disagreeable depending on the context (L&N 79.45).

[2:16]  ² sn These things refer to the things Paul is doing in his apostolic ministry.

[2:14]  ³ tn Or “who always causes us to triumph.”

[2:14]  ⁴ tn Or “in the Messiah.”

[2:14]  ⁵ tn Or “who reveals.”