en_tn/2co/02/03.md

I wrote as I did

Paul is referring to a letter he wrote previously to the Corinthians. Alternate translation: "I wrote as I did in my previous letter" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-explicit)

I might not be hurt by those who should have made me rejoice

Paul is speaking about the behavior of certain Corinthian believers who caused him emotional pain. This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "those who should have made me rejoice might not hurt me" (See: rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-activepassive)

my joy is the same joy you all have

"what gives me joy is what gives you joy, too"