1 Corinthians 16:18
New International Version
For they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition.

New Living Translation
They have been a wonderful encouragement to me, as they have been to you. You must show your appreciation to all who serve so well.

English Standard Version
for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give recognition to such people.

Berean Standard Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men.

Berean Literal Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such as these.

King James Bible
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such.

New King James Version
For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men.

New American Standard Bible
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men.

NASB 1995
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men.

NASB 1977
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men.

Legacy Standard Bible
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such men.

Amplified Bible
They have refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So fully acknowledge such men and deeply appreciate them.

Christian Standard Bible
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such people.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such people.

American Standard Version
For they refreshed my spirit and yours: acknowledge ye therefore them that are such.

Contemporary English Version
They made me feel much better, just as they made you feel better. You should appreciate people like them.

English Revised Version
For they refreshed my spirit and yours: acknowledge ye therefore them that are such.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They have comforted me, and they have comforted you. Therefore, show people like these your appreciation.

Good News Translation
and have cheered me up, just as they cheered you up. Such men as these deserve notice.

International Standard Version
They refreshed my spirit—and yours, too. Therefore, appreciate men like that.

Majority Standard Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men.

NET Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours. So then, recognize people like this.

New Heart English Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge those who are like that.

Webster's Bible Translation
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such.

Weymouth New Testament
They have refreshed my spirit, and yours. Acknowledge such men as these.

World English Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge those who are like that.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for they refreshed my spirit and yours; acknowledge, therefore, those who [are] such.

Berean Literal Bible
For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such as these.

Young's Literal Translation
for they did refresh my spirit and yours; acknowledge ye, therefore, those who are such.

Smith's Literal Translation
For they refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore observe ye such.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For they have refreshed both my spirit and yours. Know them, therefore, that are such.

Catholic Public Domain Version
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore, recognize persons such as this.

New American Bible
for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So give recognition to such people.

New Revised Standard Version
for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So give recognition to such persons.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For they have refreshed my spirit as well as yours: therefore recognize them who are similar.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours; do therefore recognize those who are such.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
for they have refreshed my spirit, and yours. There fore, acknowledge such.

Godbey New Testament
for they refreshed my spirit and yours. Acknowledge ye therefore them that are such.

Haweis New Testament
For they have refreshed my spirit and yours; respect therefore such men.

Mace New Testament
for they have quieted my mind as well as yours: therefore to such have a regard.

Weymouth New Testament
They have refreshed my spirit, and yours. Acknowledge such men as these.

Worrell New Testament
For, they refreshed my spirit and yours; therefore, recognize those who are such.

Worsley New Testament
For they have refreshed my spirit as well as yours: have a due regard therefore to such worthy persons.

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Context
Concluding Exhortations
17I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you. 18For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men. 19The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house.…

Cross References
2 Corinthians 7:13
On account of this, we are encouraged. In addition to our own encouragement, we were even more delighted by the joy of Titus. For his spirit has been refreshed by all of you.

Philemon 1:7
I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.

2 Corinthians 1:4
who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.

2 Corinthians 7:6
But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the arrival of Titus,

Romans 15:32
so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and together with you be refreshed.

2 Timothy 1:16
May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, because he has often refreshed me and was unashamed of my chains.

Philippians 2:28
Therefore I am all the more eager to send him, so that when you see him again you may rejoice, and I may be less anxious.

1 Thessalonians 3:7
For this reason, brothers, in all our distress and persecution, we have been reassured about you, because of your faith.

2 Corinthians 2:13
I had no peace in my spirit, because I did not find my brother Titus there. So I said goodbye to them and went on to Macedonia.

2 Corinthians 8:6
So we urged Titus to help complete your act of grace, just as he had started it.

Acts 28:15
The brothers there had heard about us and traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and the Three Taverns to meet us. When Paul saw them, he was encouraged and gave thanks to God.

Proverbs 25:13
Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters.

Isaiah 66:14
When you see, you will rejoice, and you will flourish like grass; then the hand of the LORD will be revealed to His servants, but His wrath will be shown to His enemies.

Job 29:25
I chose their course and presided as chief. So I dwelt as a king among his troops, as a comforter of the mourners.

Proverbs 15:30
The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones.


Treasury of Scripture

For they have refreshed my spirit and your's: therefore acknowledge you them that are such.

they.

Proverbs 25:13,25
As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters…

Romans 15:32
That I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed.

2 Corinthians 7:6,7,13
Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; …

therefore.

1 Thessalonians 5:12
And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;

Philippians 2:29
Receive him therefore in the Lord with all gladness; and hold such in reputation:

Hebrews 13:7
Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.

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1 Corinthians 16
1. He exhorts them to a collection for the brothers at Jerusalem.
10. Commends Timothy;
13. and after friendly admonitions,
16. concludes his epistle with various salutations.














For they refreshed
The Greek word for "refreshed" is "ἀνέπαυσαν" (anepausan), which conveys the idea of rest, relief, or rejuvenation. In the context of the early Christian community, this refreshing is not merely physical but deeply spiritual. The presence and fellowship of fellow believers like Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus brought a sense of renewal and encouragement to Paul. This highlights the importance of Christian fellowship and the mutual edification that occurs when believers come together, supporting and uplifting one another in their faith journey.

my spirit and yours as well
The phrase "my spirit and yours as well" emphasizes the communal aspect of the Christian faith. The Greek word for "spirit" is "πνεῦμα" (pneuma), which can refer to the Holy Spirit, the human spirit, or the inner life of a person. Here, it signifies the inner encouragement and strengthening that both Paul and the Corinthian believers experienced. This mutual refreshment underscores the interconnectedness of the body of Christ, where the spiritual well-being of one member affects the whole community. It serves as a reminder of the power of shared faith and the impact of godly relationships.

Show your appreciation, therefore
The call to "show your appreciation" is a directive to the Corinthian church to recognize and honor those who serve faithfully. The Greek word "ἐπιγινώσκετε" (epiginōskete) implies a deep, personal recognition and acknowledgment. In a historical context, this reflects the early church's practice of honoring those who contributed significantly to the ministry and well-being of the community. It is a call to gratitude, encouraging believers to express thankfulness and respect for those who labor in the Lord's work, fostering a culture of honor and encouragement within the church.

to such men
The phrase "to such men" refers specifically to individuals like Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus, who were mentioned earlier in the chapter. These men were examples of dedication and service within the church. Historically, the early church relied heavily on the commitment and sacrifice of its members to spread the Gospel and support one another. This phrase serves as a reminder to recognize and appreciate those who lead by example, demonstrating Christ-like service and love. It encourages believers to value and support those who are devoted to the work of the ministry, ensuring that their contributions are acknowledged and celebrated.

Verse 18. - My spirit and yours. They refreshed my spirit by telling me all about you, sad though much of the news was; and yours by this renewal of our mutual intercourse (comp. 2 Corinthians 7:13).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
For
γὰρ (gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

they refreshed
ἀνέπαυσαν (anepausan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 373: From ana and pauo; to repose (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh.

my
ἐμὸν (emon)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Neuter 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1699: My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my.

spirit
πνεῦμα (pneuma)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

yours {as well}.
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

Show your appreciation,
ἐπιγινώσκετε (epiginōskete)
Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 1921: From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge.

therefore,
οὖν (oun)
Conjunction
Strong's 3767: Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly.

to such men.
τοιούτους (toioutous)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5108: (including the other inflections); from toi and houtos; truly this, i.e. Of this sort (to denote character or individuality).


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