times, as follows: κατὰ τὸ γεγραμμένον (4:13) λέγει γάρ (6:2) καθὼς εἶπεν ὁ θεὸς ὅτι (6:16) καθὼς γέγραπται (8:15; 9:9). This less formal use of the Old Testament corresponds with what one would expect for a metaphorical use of Old Testament language that refers not to a fulfillment or realization of the Old Testament promise, but rather to a broad, loose description. With reference to the new covenant, 2 Corinthians 3:6 may be viewed in two possible ways. The expression “new covenant”