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# we are to God the sweet aroma of Christ
Paul speaks of his ministry as if it were an offering or incense that was being burned, creating a pleasant smell to God. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor]])
# the sweet aroma of Christ
Possible meanings are 1) "the sweet aroma which is the knowledge of Christ" or 2) "the sweet aroma that Christ offers."
# those who are saved
This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "those whom God has saved" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-activepassive]])