^{13 Ref} For such men are false Apostles, workers of deceit, making themselves seem like Apostles of Christ.

^{14 Ref} And it is no wonder; for even Satan himself is able to take the form of an angel of light.

^{15 Ref} So it is no great thing if his servants make themselves seem to be servants of righteousness; whose end will be the reward of their works.

^{16 Ref} I say again, Let me not seem foolish to anyone; but if I do, put up with me as such, so that I may take a little glory to myself.

^{17 Ref} What I am now saying is not by the order of the Lord, but as a foolish person, taking credit to myself, as it seems.

^{18 Ref} Seeing that there are those who take credit to themselves after the flesh, I will do the same.