8. through honor and dishonor, through evil report and good report. We are regarded as deceivers and yet true;
9. as unknown and yet well-known; as dying, yet behold, we live; as disciplined yet not put to death;
10. as grieving yet always rejoicing; as poor yet enriching many; as having nothing yet possessing everything.
11. We have spoken openly to you, O Corinthians; our heart is open wide!
12. You are not restricted by us, yet you are restricted in your own feelings.