2 Corinthians 1:16
New International Version
I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia and to come back to you from Macedonia, and then to have you send me on my way to Judea.

New Living Translation
first on my way to Macedonia and again when I returned from Macedonia. Then you could send me on my way to Judea.

English Standard Version
I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to come back to you from Macedonia and have you send me on my way to Judea.

Berean Standard Bible
I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to return to you from Macedonia, and then to have you help me on my way to Judea.

Berean Literal Bible
and through you to pass through into Macedonia, and to come to you again from Macedonia, and to be set forward by you to Judea.

King James Bible
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea.

New King James Version
to pass by way of you to Macedonia, to come again from Macedonia to you, and be helped by you on my way to Judea.

New American Standard Bible
that is, to pass your way into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and by you to be helped on my journey to Judea.

NASB 1995
that is, to pass your way into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and by you to be helped on my journey to Judea.

NASB 1977
that is, to pass your way into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and by you to be helped on my journey to Judea.

Legacy Standard Bible
that is, to pass your way into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and by you to be helped on my journey to Judea.

Amplified Bible
that is, [I wanted] to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and [then] to come back to you [on my return] from Macedonia, and have you send me on my way to Judea.

Christian Standard Bible
and to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and then come to you again from Macedonia and be helped by you on my journey to Judea.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and to go on to Macedonia with your help, then come to you again from Macedonia and be given a start by you on my journey to Judea.

American Standard Version
and by you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come unto you, and of you to be set forward on my journey unto Judæa.

Contemporary English Version
once on my way to Macedonia and again on my return from there. Then you could send me on to Judea.

English Revised Version
and by you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come unto you, and of you to be set forward on my journey unto Judaea.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
My plans had been to go from the city of Corinth to the province of Macedonia. Then from Macedonia I had planned to return to you again in Corinth and have you support my trip to Judea.

Good News Translation
For I planned to visit you on my way to Macedonia and again on my way back, in order to get help from you for my trip to Judea.

International Standard Version
I planned to leave you in order to go to Macedonia, and then come back to you from Macedonia, and let you send me on to Judea.

Majority Standard Bible
I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to return to you from Macedonia, and then to have you help me on my way to Judea.

NET Bible
and through your help to go on into Macedonia and then from Macedonia to come back to you and be helped on our way into Judea by you.

New Heart English Bible
and by you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and to be sent forward by you on my journey to Judea.

Webster's Bible Translation
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again from Macedonia to you, and by you to be brought on my way towards Judea.

Weymouth New Testament
and to pass by way of Corinth into Macedonia. Then my plan was to return from Macedonia to you, and be helped forward by you to Judaea.

World English Bible
and by you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and to be sent forward by you on my journey to Judea.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and to pass to Macedonia through you, and to come to you again from Macedonia, and to be sent forward by you to Judea.

Berean Literal Bible
and through you to pass through into Macedonia, and to come to you again from Macedonia, and to be set forward by you to Judea.

Young's Literal Translation
and through you to pass to Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come unto you, and by you to be sent forward to Judea.

Smith's Literal Translation
And by you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia, to come to you, and by you to be sent forward to Judea.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and by you to be brought on my way towards Judea.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and through you to pass into Macedonia, and to return to you again from Macedonia, and so be led by you on my way to Judea.

New American Bible
namely, to go by way of you to Macedonia, and then to come to you again on my return from Macedonia, and have you send me on my way to Judea.

New Revised Standard Version
I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to come back to you from Macedonia and have you send me on to Judea.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And to pass by you on my way to Mac-edo’ni- a, and again to come back to you from Mac-e-do’ni-a, so that you may wish me Godspeed on my way to Judæa.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And I shall pass by you to Macedonia and again from Macedonia I shall come to you and you will accompany me to Judea.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and by you, to pass through into Macedonia, and to come again to you from Macedonia, and be conducted by you into Judea.

Godbey New Testament
and through you to go unto Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and by you to be sent forward into Judea.

Haweis New Testament
and through you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia return unto you, and by you to be forwarded on my journey towards Judea.

Mace New Testament
not to call upon you as I pass into Macedonia, but in my return from thence, to be conducted by you toward Judea.

Weymouth New Testament
and to pass by way of Corinth into Macedonia. Then my plan was to return from Macedonia to you, and be helped forward by you to Judaea.

Worrell New Testament
and through you to go into Macedonia, and from Macedonia to come again to you, and by you to be sent forward to Judaea.

Worsley New Testament
and then to come to you again from Macedonia, and by you to be forwarded on my way to Judea.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Change of Plans
15Confident of this, I planned to visit you first, so that you might receive a double blessing. 16I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to return to you from Macedonia, and then to have you help me on my way to Judea. 17When I planned this, did I do it carelessly? Or do I make my plans by human standards, so as to say “Yes, yes” when I really mean “No, no”?…

Cross References
Acts 19:21
After these things had happened, Paul resolved in the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, passing through Macedonia and Achaia. “After I have been there,” he said, “I must see Rome as well.”

Romans 15:24
I hope to see you on my way to Spain. And after I have enjoyed your company for a while, you can equip me for my journey.

1 Corinthians 16:5-7
After I go through Macedonia, however, I will come to you; for I will be going through Macedonia. / Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go. / For I do not want to see you now only in passing; I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits.

Acts 18:18-23
Paul remained in Corinth for quite some time before saying goodbye to the brothers. He had his head shaved in Cenchrea to keep a vow he had made, and then he sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila. / When they reached Ephesus, Paul left Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue there and reasoned with the Jews. / When they asked him to stay for a while longer, he declined. ...

Romans 1:10-13
in my prayers at all times, asking that now at last by God’s will I may succeed in coming to you. / For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you, / that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. ...

Acts 20:1-3
When the uproar had ended, Paul sent for the disciples. And after encouraging them, he said goodbye to them and left for Macedonia. / After traveling through that area and speaking many words of encouragement, he arrived in Greece, / where he stayed three months. And when the Jews formed a plot against him as he was about to sail for Syria, he decided to go back through Macedonia.

1 Thessalonians 2:17-18
Brothers, although we were torn away from you for a short time (in person, not in heart), our desire to see you face to face was even more intense. / For we wanted to come to you—indeed I, Paul, tried again and again—but Satan obstructed us.

Philippians 2:24
And I trust in the Lord that I myself will come soon.

James 4:13-15
Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business, and make a profit.” / You do not even know what will happen tomorrow! What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. / Instead, you ought to say, “If the Lord is willing, we will live and do this or that.”

Acts 15:36
Some time later Paul said to Barnabas, “Let us go back and visit the brothers in every town where we proclaimed the word of the Lord, to see how they are doing.”

Acts 16:6-9
After the Holy Spirit had prevented them from speaking the word in the province of Asia, they traveled through the region of Phrygia and Galatia. / And when they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not permit them. / So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas. ...

Acts 21:4
We sought out the disciples in Tyre and stayed with them seven days. Through the Spirit they kept telling Paul not to go up to Jerusalem.

Acts 23:11
The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.”

Acts 27:23-24
For just last night an angel of the God to whom I belong and whom I serve stood beside me / and said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul; you must stand before Caesar. And look, God has granted you the lives of all who sail with you.’

Genesis 28:15
Look, I am with you, and I will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. For I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”


Treasury of Scripture

And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia to you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea.

and to come.

Acts 19:21,22
After these things were ended, Paul purposed in the spirit, when he had passed through Macedonia and Achaia, to go to Jerusalem, saying, After I have been there, I must also see Rome…

Acts 21:5
And when we had accomplished those days, we departed and went our way; and they all brought us on our way, with wives and children, till we were out of the city: and we kneeled down on the shore, and prayed.

1 Corinthians 16:5-7
Now I will come unto you, when I shall pass through Macedonia: for I do pass through Macedonia…

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2 Corinthians 1
1. Paul salutes the Corinthians;
3. he encourages them against troubles,
5. by the comforts and deliverances which God had given him,
8. so particularly in his late danger in Asia.
12. And calling both his own conscience and theirs,
15. he excuses his not coming to them, as proceeding not of lightness,
23. but of his care for them.














I wanted to visit you
The phrase "I wanted" reflects the Apostle Paul's deep personal desire and intention. The Greek word used here is "βουλόμαι" (boulomai), which conveys a strong will or determination. This highlights Paul's pastoral heart and his commitment to the spiritual well-being of the Corinthian church. His desire to visit them underscores the importance of personal fellowship and accountability within the Christian community, a principle that remains vital for church life today.

on my way to Macedonia
Macedonia was a significant region in the early Christian world, encompassing cities like Philippi and Thessalonica. Paul's mention of Macedonia indicates his strategic missionary journeys, as he sought to strengthen and establish churches across the region. Historically, Macedonia was a Roman province, and Paul's travels there were part of his broader mission to spread the Gospel throughout the Roman Empire. This reflects the early church's commitment to evangelism and the spread of Christianity beyond Jewish communities.

and to come back to you from Macedonia
Paul's intention to return to Corinth after visiting Macedonia shows his dedication to nurturing the churches he established. The Greek word "ἐπιστρέφω" (epistrephō) means to return or turn back, emphasizing Paul's commitment to ongoing discipleship and teaching. This reflects the biblical principle of perseverance in ministry and the importance of revisiting and reinforcing the faith of believers.

and then to have you send me on my way to Judea
The phrase "send me on my way" is translated from the Greek "προπέμπω" (propempō), which means to accompany or assist someone on their journey. This indicates the mutual support and partnership within the early church. The Corinthian believers were expected to support Paul's mission to Judea, highlighting the interconnectedness of the body of Christ. Judea, being the region of Jerusalem, was significant as the birthplace of the church, and Paul's journey there underscores the unity and shared mission of the early Christian communities.

(16) To be brought on my way.--The change of word is significant. He did not intend merely to go from Corinth to Judaea. He expected the Corinthians to further his intentions, to help him on, to escort him solemnly to the ship in which he was to sail, perhaps to accompany him to Asia. (Comp. the use of the word in Acts 15:3; Acts 20:38, "accompanied"; 21:5; Romans 15:24; 1Corinthians 16:6-11.) The wish had been stated in 1Corinthians 16:6, but without more than a hint (1Corinthians 16:4), that his destination might be Jerusalem, . . . Verse 16. - To be brought on my way (see note on 1 Corinthians 16:6) toward Judaea (1 Corinthians 16:4-6).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[I wanted]
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

to visit
διελθεῖν (dielthein)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 1330: To pass through, spread (as a report). From dia and erchomai; to traverse.

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

on my way to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Macedonia,
Μακεδονίαν (Makedonian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3109: (Hebrew), Macedonia, a Roman province north of Achaia (Greece). From Makedon; Macedonia, a region of Greece.

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

to return
ἐλθεῖν (elthein)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active
Strong's 2064: To come, go.

to
πρὸς (pros)
Preposition
Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.

you
ὑμᾶς (hymas)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

from
ἀπὸ (apo)
Preposition
Strong's 575: From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses.

Macedonia,
Μακεδονίας (Makedonias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3109: (Hebrew), Macedonia, a Roman province north of Achaia (Greece). From Makedon; Macedonia, a region of Greece.

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

[to have]
ὑφ’ (hyph’)
Preposition
Strong's 5259: A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when).

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

help me on my way
προπεμφθῆναι (propemphthēnai)
Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive
Strong's 4311: To send forward, accompany, equip for a journey. From pro and pempo; to send forward, i.e. Escort or aid in travel.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

Judea.
Ἰουδαίαν (Ioudaian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2449: Judea, a Roman province, capital Jerusalem. Feminine of Ioudaios; the Judaean land, a region of Palestine.


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