2 Corinthians 7:8 meaning and explanation

Even if I caused you sorrow by my letter, I do not regret it. Although I did regret it, I now see that my letter caused you sorrow, but only for a short time.

2 Corinthians 7:8, Berean Standard Bible

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Paul is speaking to the Corinthian church about a severe letter he had written them earlier, likely a lost letter or a portion of 1 Corinthians. He had grieved them, and for a time he regretted causing that pain.

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