2:14 But thanks be to God who always leads us in triumphal procession 2 in Christ 3 and who makes known 4 through us the fragrance that consists of the knowledge of him in every place.
1 tn Grk “so that thanks may be given by many.” The words “to God” are not in the Greek text, but are implied. The passive construction has been converted to an active one for clarity, in keeping with contemporary English style.
2 tn Or “who always causes us to triumph.”
3 tn Or “in the Messiah.”
4 tn Or “who reveals.”
5 tn Or “proof,” or perhaps “testing” (NRSV).
6 tn Or “ministry.”
7 tn Or “your partnership”; Grk “your fellowship.”