§ 02 · King James Bible
2 Corinthians 1:6
And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
Simple English
If we go through hard times, it's to comfort and save you. This comfort helps us handle our own suffering. If we are comforted, it's also to bring you comfort and salvation.
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