Bible Strands
2 Corinthians 3:15
And even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Corinthian church while contrasting his Spirit-empowered ministry with the old covenant administration. He explains the ongoing spiritual condition of those who encounter the Mosaic text without Christ.
The words — ἀναγινώσκηται (anaginōskētai) means "may be read," and κάλυμμα (kalumma) denotes "a veil." The text states that whenever the Mosaic writings are publicly read, a covering remains on the readers' hearts.
The thread — This persistent covering appears in the unrecognizing condemnation of Jesus by Jerusalem's rulers (Acts 13:27) and is explicitly reversed when anyone turns to the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:16). The veil operates during Scripture reading until Christ is encountered.
Why it lands — The verse demands recognition that reading the old covenant without Christ leaves the heart spiritually covered. It requires a direct turn to the Lord to experience the removal of that covering.
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The Greek words
King James Version
But even unto this day, when Moses is read, the vail is upon their heart.
Cross-references
- Acts 13:27 The people of Jerusalem and their rulers did not recognize Jesus, yet in condemning Him they fulfilled the words of the prophets that are read every Sabbath.