Is the Father mentioned or implied in II Corinthians 13:14?
Yes, the Father is implied in II Corinthians 13:14. This verse is presented as a clear Trinitarian statement, with Paul referencing the three persons of the Godhead. The Father is not named explicitly but is understood as implied within the verse’s Trinitarian formulation, which stands next to Christ’s baptism as a clear scriptural witness.
Les teaches that II Corinthians 13:14 is probably the clearest statement concerning the Trinity found anywhere in Scripture, especially in Paul’s epistles, next to Christ’s baptism. At Christ’s baptism, all three persons of the Trinity were present at one time—the Holy Spirit descending in the form of a dove. Here in this verse, Paul makes reference to the three persons of the Godhead in a pure, unadulterated statement. Les then says, “I think the Father is implied here,” indicating that while the Father is not explicitly named in the verse, He is understood as implied within the Trinitarian reference. Les also notes that normally when we speak of the Trinity, we put them in a certain order out of habit.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.
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What does Paul do in II Corinthians 13:14 regarding the Godhead?
In II Corinthians 13:14, the Apostle Paul makes reference to the three persons of the Godhead in a pure unadulterated statement.