Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with your income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will have to be made. New Living Translation On the first day of each week, you should each put aside a portion of the money you have earned. Don’t wait until I get there and then try to collect it all at once. English Standard Version On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside and store it up, as he may prosper, so that there will be no collecting when I come. Berean Standard Bible On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. Berean Literal Bible Every first of the week, let each of you put something aside, treasuring up whatever he may be prospered in, so that when I might come, then there should be no collections. King James Bible Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come. New King James Version On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, storing up as he may prosper, that there be no collections when I come. New American Standard Bible On the first day of every week, each of you is to put aside and save as he may prosper, so that no collections need to be made when I come. NASB 1995 On the first day of every week each one of you is to put aside and save, as he may prosper, so that no collections be made when I come. NASB 1977 On the first day of every week let each one of you put aside and save, as he may prosper, that no collections be made when I come. Legacy Standard Bible On the first day of every week each one of you is to set something aside, saving whatever he has prospered, so that no collections be made when I come. Amplified Bible On the first day of every week each one of you is to put something aside, in proportion to his prosperity, and save it so that no collections [will need to] be made when I come. Christian Standard Bible On the first day of the week, each of you is to set something aside and save in keeping with how he is prospering, so that no collections will need to be made when I come. Holman Christian Standard Bible On the first day of the week, each of you is to set something aside and save in keeping with how he prospers, so that no collections will need to be made when I come. American Standard Version Upon the first day of the week let each one of you lay by him in store, as he may prosper, that no collections be made when I come. Contemporary English Version That is, each Sunday each of you must put aside part of what you have earned. If you do this, you won't have to take up a collection when I come. English Revised Version Upon the first day of the week let each one of you lay by him in store, as he may prosper, that no collections be made when I come. GOD'S WORD® Translation Every Sunday each of you should set aside some of your money and save it. Then money won't have to be collected when I come. Good News Translation Every Sunday each of you must put aside some money, in proportion to what you have earned, and save it up, so that there will be no need to collect money when I come. International Standard Version After the Sabbath ends, each of you should set aside and save something from your surplus in proportion to what you have, so that no collections will have to be made when I arrive. Majority Standard Bible On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. NET Bible On the first day of the week, each of you should set aside some income and save it to the extent that God has blessed you, so that a collection will not have to be made when I come. New Heart English Bible On the first day of the week, let each one of you save, as he may prosper, that no collections be made when I come. Webster's Bible Translation Upon the first day of the week, let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him, that there be no collections when I come. Weymouth New Testament On the first day of every week let each of you put on one side and store up at his home whatever gain has been granted to him; so that whenever I come, there may then be no collections going on. World English Bible On the first day of every week, let each one of you save as he may prosper, that no collections are made when I come. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionon every first [day] of the week, let each one of you lay by him, treasuring up whatever he may have prospered, that when I may come then collections may not be made; Berean Literal Bible Every first of the week, let each of you put something aside, treasuring up whatever he may be prospered in, so that when I might come, then there should be no collections. Young's Literal Translation on every first day of the week, let each one of you lay by him, treasuring up whatever he may have prospered, that when I may come then collections may not be made; Smith's Literal Translation According to one day of the sabbaths let each of you put by himself, treasuring up that which he is prospered in, that when I come there be no collections. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOn the first day of the week let every one of you put apart with himself, laying up what it shall well please him; that when I come, the collections be not then to be made. Catholic Public Domain Version On the first day of the week, the Sabbath, let each one of you take from himself, setting aside what will be well-pleasing to him, so that when I arrive, the collections will not have to be made then. New American Bible On the first day of the week each of you should set aside and save whatever he can afford, so that collections will not be going on when I come. New Revised Standard Version On the first day of every week, each of you is to put aside and save whatever extra you earn, so that collections need not be taken when I come. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleUpon the first day of every week, let each of you put aside and keep in his house whatever he can afford, so that there may be no collections when I come. Aramaic Bible in Plain English On every Sunday, let each person of you lay aside in his house and keep that which he can, so that when I come there will be no collections. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentOn the first day of the week, let each of you lay by him, and treasure up as he has prospered, that there may be no collections when I come. Godbey New Testament On the first day of the week let each one of you lay by with himself treasuring up, that as to whatsoever he may be prospered, in order that there may be no collections at that time when I may come. Haweis New Testament On the first day of the week let every one of you set apart with himself, treasuring it up, whatsoever he may please to give, that when I come there may be then no gatherings. Mace New Testament every sabbath-day let every one of you set apart something of what he has happily gain'd, for the common treasury, that there may be no collection when I come. Weymouth New Testament On the first day of every week let each of you put on one side and store up at his home whatever gain has been granted to him; so that whenever I come, there may then be no collections going on. Worrell New Testament On the first day of the sabbaths, let each one of you lay by him, treasuring it up, as he may prosper, that no collections be made, when I come. Worsley New Testament Upon the first day of the week let every one of you set apart something, putting it into the treasury, according as he is prospered: that there may be no need of collections, when I come. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Collection for the Saints1Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: 2On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. 3Then, on my arrival, I will send letters with those you recommend to carry your gift to Jerusalem.… Cross References Acts 20:7 On the first day of the week we came together to break bread. Since Paul was ready to leave the next day, he talked to them and kept on speaking until midnight. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 8:12-15 For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have. / It is not our intention that others may be relieved while you are burdened, but that there may be equality. / At the present time, your surplus will meet their need, so that in turn their surplus will meet your need. This way there will be equality. ... 1 Corinthians 9:14 In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel. Galatians 6:6 Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word must share in all good things with his instructor. Romans 15:26 For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. 1 Timothy 6:17-19 Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. / Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, / treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life. Luke 6:38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” Matthew 6:19-21 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Acts 11:29-30 So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea. / This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul. 2 Corinthians 8:1-4 Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia. / In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. / For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, ... Philippians 4:15-17 And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again. / Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. 1 Timothy 5:17-18 Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching. / For the Scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” and, “The worker is worthy of his wages.” Malachi 3:10 Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure. Proverbs 3:9-10 Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine. Treasury of Scripture On the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God has prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come. the first. Luke 24:1 Now upon the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they came unto the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared, and certain others with them. John 20:19,26 Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you… Acts 20:7 And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready to depart on the morrow; and continued his speech until midnight. as God. Genesis 26:12 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him. Genesis 30:27,30 And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, tarry: for I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake… Genesis 32:10 I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy servant; for with my staff I passed over this Jordan; and now I am become two bands. that. 2 Corinthians 8:11 Now therefore perform the doing of it; that as there was a readiness to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have. 2 Corinthians 9:3-5 Yet have I sent the brethren, lest our boasting of you should be in vain in this behalf; that, as I said, ye may be ready: … Jump to Previous Business Collections Contributions First Gain Gatherings Granted Home Keeping Lay Measure Money Necessary Prosper Prospered Save Side Something Store Sum Week Whatever WheneverJump to Next Business Collections Contributions First Gain Gatherings Granted Home Keeping Lay Measure Money Necessary Prosper Prospered Save Side Something Store Sum Week Whatever Whenever1 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. On the first day of every week This phrase indicates the early Christian practice of gathering on Sunday, the day of Christ's resurrection. The Greek term "μίαν σαββάτου" (mian sabbatou) translates to "first of the week," signifying a shift from the Jewish Sabbath (Saturday) to the Lord's Day (Sunday). This transition highlights the new covenant and the resurrection's centrality in Christian worship. Historically, this practice is supported by early church writings, such as those of Justin Martyr, who noted Sunday as the day of communal worship and thanksgiving. each of you should set aside a portion of his income saving it up so that when I come, no collections will be needed As God hath prospered him.--Better, whatsoever he may be prospered in. These words do not imply that only in cases of exceptional prosperity was a man to contribute, but every man was to give out of whatever fruits he had from his labour. Verse 2. - Upon the first day of the week. This verse can hardly be said to imply any religious observance of the Sunday, which rests rather on Acts 20:7; Revelation 1:10; John 20:19, 26. Lay by him in store. The Greek phrase implies that the laying up was done at home, but when the money was accumulated, it was doubtless brought to the assembly and handed over to the presbyters. As God hath prospered him; rather, whatsoever he has been prospered in; i.e. all that his prosperity may permit. That there be no gatherings when I come; rather, that, when I come, there may then be no collections. When he came he did not wish his attention to be absorbed in serving tables.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek On the first [day]μίαν (mian) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. of every κατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). week, σαββάτου (sabbatou) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 4521: The Sabbath, a week. each ἕκαστος (hekastos) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 1538: Each (of more than two), every one. As if a superlative of hekas; each or every. of you ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. should set τιθέτω (tithetō) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5087: To put, place, lay, set, fix, establish. A prolonged form of a primary theo to place. aside παρ’ (par’) Preposition Strong's 3844: Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. a portion ἐὰν (ean) Conjunction Strong's 1437: If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc. of his income, εὐοδῶται (euodōtai) Verb - Present Subjunctive Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2137: From a compound of eu and hodos; to help on the road, i.e. succeed in reaching; figuratively, to succeed in business affairs. saving it up, θησαυρίζων (thēsaurizōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2343: To store up, treasure up, save, lay up. From thesauros; to amass or reserve. so that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. when ὅταν (hotan) Conjunction Strong's 3752: When, whenever. From hote and an; whenever; also causatively inasmuch as. I come ἔλθω (elthō) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 2064: To come, go. no μὴ (mē) Adverb Strong's 3361: Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. collections λογεῖαι (logeiai) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural Strong's 3048: From logos; a contribution. will be needed. γίνωνται (ginōntai) Verb - Present Subjunctive Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. Links 1 Corinthians 16:2 NIV1 Corinthians 16:2 NLT 1 Corinthians 16:2 ESV 1 Corinthians 16:2 NASB 1 Corinthians 16:2 KJV 1 Corinthians 16:2 BibleApps.com 1 Corinthians 16:2 Biblia Paralela 1 Corinthians 16:2 Chinese Bible 1 Corinthians 16:2 French Bible 1 Corinthians 16:2 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 16:2 On the first day of the week (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) |
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