1 Moreover, brethren, we make known to you the grace of God which hath been given in the churches of Macedonia;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Moreover G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- we G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- make known G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- to G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- bestowed G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- upon G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- of Macedonia G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of Macedonia G3109 (Μακεδονία) — Macedonia, a region of Greece
2 how that in much proof of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded unto the riches of their liberality.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- How that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- a great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- trial G1382 (δοκιμή) — test (abstractly or concretely); by
implication, trustiness
- of affliction G2347 (θλῖψις) — pressure (literally or figuratively)
- the abundance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the abundance G4050 (περισσεία) — surplusage, i.e. superabundance
- of their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- joy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- deep G899 (βάθος) — profundity, i.e. (by implication) extent;
(figuratively) mystery
- poverty G4432 (πτωχεία) — beggary, i.e. indigence (literally or
figuratively)
- abounded G4052 (περισσεύω) — to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be
superfluous; also (transitively) to cause to superabound or
excel
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the riches G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the riches G4149 (πλοῦτος) — wealth (as fulness), i.e. (literally) money,
possessions, or (figuratively) abundance, richness, (specially),
valuable bestowment
- liberality G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- liberality G572 (ἁπλότης) — singleness, i.e. (subjectively) sincerity (without
dissimulation or self-seeking), or (objectively) generosity (copious
bestowal)
3 For according to their power, I bear witness, yea and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord,Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous
power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
- I bear record G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or
figuratively)
- yea, and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- beyond G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- willing of themselves G830 (αὐθαίρετος) — self-chosen, i.e. (by implication)
voluntary
4 beseeching us with much entreaty in regard of this grace and the fellowship in the ministering to the saints:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Praying G1189 (δέομαι) — to beg (as binding oneself), i.e.
petition
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting
accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according
to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with
wh…
- much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- intreaty G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
- that we G1473 (ἐγώ)
- would receive G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications,
literally or figuratively)
- the gift G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the gift G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the fellowship G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the fellowship G2842 (κοινωνία) — partnership, i.e. (literally) participation, or (social)
intercourse, or (pecuniary) benefaction
- of the ministering G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the ministering G1248 (διακονία) — attendance (as a servant, etc.); figuratively
(eleemosynary) aid, (official) service (especially of the Christian
teacher, or technically of the diaconate)
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically,
pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially,
consecrated)
5 and this, not as we had hoped, but first they gave their own selves to the Lord, and to us through the will of God.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- we hoped G1679 (ἐλπίζω) — to expect or confide
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- first G4412 (πρῶτον) — firstly (in time,
place, order, or importance)
- gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- their own selves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also
(in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-,
thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
- to the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- by G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- the will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the
thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree;
abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
6 Insomuch that we exhorted Titus, that as he had made a beginning before, so he would also complete in you this grace also.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Insomuch G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- that G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- we G1473 (ἐγώ)
- desired G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- Titus G5103 (Τίτος) — Titus, a
Christian
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- he had begun G4278 (προενάρχομαι) — to commence already
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- finish G2005 (ἐπιτελέω) — to fulfill further (or completely), i.e. execute;
by implication, to terminate, undergo
- in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- the same G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
7 But as ye abound in everything, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all earnestness, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Therefore G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- as G5618 (ὥσπερ) — just as, i.e. exactly like
- ye abound G4052 (περισσεύω) — to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be
superfluous; also (transitively) to cause to superabound or
excel
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- every G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious
truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially
reliance upon Christ for salva…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- utterance G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- knowledge G1108 (γνῶσις) — knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication)
knowledge
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- diligence G4710 (σπουδή) — "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness,
earnestness
- G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- to G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
8 I speak not by way of commandment, but as proving through the earnestness of others the sincerity also of your love.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- I speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- by G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- commandment G2003 (ἐπιταγή) — an injunction or decree; by implication,
authoritativeness
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- by occasion G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- of the forwardness G4710 (σπουδή) — "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness,
earnestness
- of others G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- to prove G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to
approve
- the sincerity G1103 (γνήσιος) — legitimate (of birth), i.e. genuine
- of your G5212 (ὑμέτερος) — yours, i.e. pertaining to you
- love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
9 For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might become rich.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- ye know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great
variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with
others not thus clearly expressed)
- the grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- of our G1473 (ἐγώ)
- Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord
and two (three) other Israelites
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- though he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- rich G4145 (πλούσιος) — wealthy; figuratively, abounding with
- yet for G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- your sakes G4771 (σύ) — thou
- he became poor G4433 (πτωχεύω) — to be a beggar, i.e. (by implication) to become indigent
(figuratively)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- through his G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the
article prefixed
- poverty G4432 (πτωχεία) — beggary, i.e. indigence (literally or
figuratively)
- might be rich G4147 (πλουτέω) — to be (or become) wealthy (literally or figuratively)
10 And herein I give my judgment: for this is expedient for you, who were the first to make a beginning a year ago, not only to do, but also to will.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- herein G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- I give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- advice G1106 (γνώμη) — cognition, i.e. (subjectively) opinion, or (objectively)
resolve (counsel, consent, etc.)
- for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- is expedient G4851 (συμφέρω) — to bear together
(contribute), i.e. (literally) to collect, or (figuratively) to
conduce; especially (neuter participle as a noun) advantage
- for you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- who G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which
same
- have begun before G4278 (προενάρχομαι) — to commence already
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
- to do G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- to be forward G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to be forward G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- a year ago G4070 (πέρυσι) — the by-gone, i.e. (as noun) last year
11 But now complete the doing also; that as there was the readiness to will, so there may be the completion also out of your ability.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- Now G3570 (νυνί) — just now
- therefore G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- perform G2005 (ἐπιτελέω) — to fulfill further (or completely), i.e. execute;
by implication, to terminate, undergo
- the doing G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as
adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or
actual)
- as G2509 (καθάπερ) — exactly as
- a readiness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- a readiness G4288 (προθυμία) — predisposition, i.e. alacrity
- to will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
- a performance G2005 (ἐπιτελέω) — to fulfill further (or completely), i.e. execute;
by implication, to terminate, undergo
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- that which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- ye have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
12 For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according as a man hath, not according as he hath not.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- there be first G4295 (πρόκειμαι) — to lie before the view, i.e. (figuratively) to be
present (to the mind), to stand forth (as an example or reward)
- a willing mind G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- a willing mind G4288 (προθυμία) — predisposition, i.e. alacrity
- accepted G2144 (εὐπρόσδεκτος) — well-received, i.e. approved,
favorable
- according to that G2526 (καθό) — according to which thing, i.e. precisely as, in
proportion as
- a man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- according to G2526 (καθό) — according to which thing, i.e. precisely as, in
proportion as
- that he hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
13 For I say not this that others may be eased and ye distressed;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- other men G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
- be eased G425 (ἄνεσις) — relaxation or (figuratively) relief
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- burdened G2347 (θλῖψις) — pressure (literally or figuratively)
14 but by equality: your abundance being a supply at this present time for their want, that their abundance also may become a supply for your want; that there may be equality:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- by G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- an equality G2471 (ἰσότης) — likeness (in condition or proportion); by implication,
equity
- now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a
transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or
immediate
- at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- this time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- this time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- abundance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- abundance G4051 (περίσσευμα) — a surplus, or superabundance
- for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- their G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the
article prefixed
- want G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- want G5303 (ὑστέρημα) — a deficit; specially, poverty
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- may be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as
adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or
actual)
- there may be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- equality G2471 (ἰσότης) — likeness (in condition or proportion); by implication,
equity
15 as it is written, He that gathered much had nothing over; and he that gathered little had no lack.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- He that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- much G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- had G4121 (πλεονάζω) — to do, make or be more, i.e. increase (transitively or
intransitively); by extension, to superabound
- nothing G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- over G4121 (πλεονάζω) — to do, make or be more, i.e. increase (transitively or
intransitively); by extension, to superabound
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- little G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- little G3641 (ὀλίγος) — puny (in extent, degree, number, duration or
value); especially neuter (adverbially) somewhat
- had G1641 (ἐλαττονέω) — to diminish, i.e. fall short
- no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- lack G1641 (ἐλαττονέω) — to diminish, i.e. fall short
16 But thanks be to God, who putteth the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- thanks G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- to God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- to God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- put G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application,
properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly
modified by the connection)
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- earnest care G4710 (σπουδή) — "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness,
earnestness
- into G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
- of Titus G5103 (Τίτος) — Titus, a
Christian
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
17 For he accepted indeed our exhortation; but being himself very earnest, he went forth unto you of his own accord.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- indeed G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession
(in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this
one, the former, etc.)
- he accepted G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications,
literally or figuratively)
- the exhortation G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- being G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence
(be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or
subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…
- more forward G4705 (σπουδαῖος) — prompt, energetic, earnest
- of his own accord G830 (αὐθαίρετος) — self-chosen, i.e. (by implication)
voluntary
- he went G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
- unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
18 And we have sent together with him the brother whose praise in the gospel is spread through all the churches;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- we have sent G4842 (συμπέμπω) — to despatch in company
- with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting
accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according
to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with
wh…
- him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- the brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- whose G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- praise G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- praise G1868 (ἔπαινος) — laudation; concretely, a commendable
thing
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
- throughout G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- the Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
19 and not only so, but who was also appointed by the churches to travel with us in the matter of this grace, which is ministered by us to the glory of the Lord, and to show our readiness:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- who was G5500 (χειροτονέω) — to be a
hand-reacher or voter (by raising the hand), i.e. (generally) to
select or appoint
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- chosen G5500 (χειροτονέω) — to be a
hand-reacher or voter (by raising the hand), i.e. (generally) to
select or appoint
- of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- the Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- to travel with G4898 (συνέκδημος) — a co-absentee from home, i.e.
fellow-traveller
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much
closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship,
process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition,
etc.
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- is administered G1247 (διακονέω) — to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host,
friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian
deacon
- by G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
- to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- the glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application
(literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
- of the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- ready mind G4288 (προθυμία) — predisposition, i.e. alacrity
20 avoiding this, that any man should blame us in the matter of this bounty which is ministered by us:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Avoiding G4724 (στέλλω) — properly, to set fast
("stall"), i.e. (figuratively) to repress (reflexively, abstain from
associating with)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- that no G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- should blame G3469 (μωμάομαι) — to carp at, i.e. censure (discredit)
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- abundance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- abundance G100 (ἁδρότης) — plumpness, i.e. (figuratively)
liberality
- which is administered G1247 (διακονέω) — to be an attendant, i.e. wait upon (menially or as a host,
friend, or (figuratively) teacher); technically, to act as a Christian
deacon
- by G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place
(beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the
accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
21 for we take thought for things honorable, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Providing for G4306 (προνοέω) — to consider in advance, i.e. look out for
beforehand (actively, by way of maintenance for others; middle voice
by way of circumspection for oneself)
- honest things G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively)
good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance
or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
- in the sight of G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of
(literally or figuratively)
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
22 And we have sent with them our brother, whom we have many times proved earnest in many things, but now much more earnest, by reason of the great confidence which he hath in you.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- we have sent with G4842 (συμπέμπω) — to despatch in company
- them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- our G1473 (ἐγώ)
- brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- we have G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to
approve
- oftentimes G4178 (πολλάκις) — many times, i.e.
frequently
- proved G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to
approve
- G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- diligent G4705 (σπουδαῖος) — prompt, energetic, earnest
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- many things G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- now G3570 (νυνί) — just now
- much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- more diligent G4705 (σπουδαῖος) — prompt, energetic, earnest
- upon the great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- confidence G4006 (πεποίθησις) — reliance
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
23 Whether any inquire about Titus, he is my partner and my fellow-worker to you-ward; or our brethren, they are the messengers of the churches, they are the glory of Christ.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- of G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- Titus G5103 (Τίτος) — Titus, a
Christian
- my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
- partner G2844 (κοινωνός) — a sharer, i.e. associate
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- fellowhelper G4904 (συνεργός) — a co-laborer,
i.e. coadjutor
- concerning G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- or G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
- our G1473 (ἐγώ)
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- the messengers G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel;
officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous
powers)
- of the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- the glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application
(literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
24 Show ye therefore unto them in the face of the churches the proof of your love, and of our glorying on your behalf.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Wherefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- shew ye G1731 (ἐνδείκνυμι) — to indicate (by word or act)
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- before G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards
view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by
implication, presence, person
- the Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- the proof G1732 (ἔνδειξις) — indication (abstractly)
- of your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- love G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a
love-feast
- of our G1473 (ἐγώ)
- boasting G2746 (καύχησις) — boasting (properly, the act; by implication, the object),
in a good or a bad sense
- on G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- your behalf G4771 (σύ) — thou