2 Corinthians 8:16
New International Version
Thanks be to God, who put into the heart of Titus the same concern I have for you.

New Living Translation
But thank God! He has given Titus the same enthusiasm for you that I have.

English Standard Version
But thanks be to God, who put into the heart of Titus the same earnest care I have for you.

Berean Standard Bible
But thanks be to God, who put into the heart of Titus the same devotion I have for you.

Berean Literal Bible
But thanks to God, the One putting into the heart of Titus the same earnestness for you.

King James Bible
But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you.

New King James Version
But thanks be to God who puts the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.

New American Standard Bible
But thanks be to God who puts the same earnestness in your behalf in the heart of Titus.

NASB 1995
But thanks be to God who puts the same earnestness on your behalf in the heart of Titus.

NASB 1977
But thanks be to God, who puts the same earnestness on your behalf in the heart of Titus.

Legacy Standard Bible
But thanks be to God who puts the same earnestness on your behalf in the heart of Titus.

Amplified Bible
But thanks be to God who puts the same genuine concern for you in the heart of Titus.

Christian Standard Bible
Thanks be to God, who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Thanks be to God who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus.

American Standard Version
But thanks be to God, who putteth the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.

Contemporary English Version
I am grateful that God made Titus care as much about you as we do.

English Revised Version
But thanks be to God, which putteth the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I thank God for making Titus as dedicated to you as I am.

Good News Translation
How we thank God for making Titus as eager as we are to help you!

International Standard Version
But thanks be to God, who placed in the heart of Titus the same dedication to you that I have.

Majority Standard Bible
But thanks be to God, who put into the heart of Titus the same devotion I have for you.

NET Bible
But thanks be to God who put in the heart of Titus the same devotion I have for you,

New Heart English Bible
But thanks be to God, who puts the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.

Webster's Bible Translation
But thanks be to God, who put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you.

Weymouth New Testament
But thanks be to God that He inspires the heart of Titus with the same deep interest in you;

World English Bible
But thanks be to God, who puts the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And thanks to God, who is putting the same diligence for you in the heart of Titus,

Berean Literal Bible
But thanks to God, the One putting into the heart of Titus the same earnestness for you.

Young's Literal Translation
And thanks to God, who is putting the same diligence for you in the heart of Titus,

Smith's Literal Translation
And grace to God, having given the same care for you in the heart of Titus.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And thanks be to God, who hath given the same carefulness for you in the heart of Titus.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But thanks be to God, who has granted to the heart of Titus, this same solicitude for you.

New American Bible
But thanks be to God who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus,

New Revised Standard Version
But thanks be to God who put in the heart of Titus the same eagerness for you that I myself have.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But thanks be to God, who put the same vigorous care into the heart of Titus for you.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
But thank God who gave this concern for you to the heart of Titus.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But thanks be to God, who put the same earnest care for you in the heart of Titus:

Godbey New Testament
But thanks be unto God, who gives this same enthusiasm in your behalf in the heart of Titus;

Haweis New Testament
But thanks be to God, who put the same solicitude for you into the heart of Titus.

Mace New Testament
But thanks be to God, who disposed Titus to be so industrious for you.

Weymouth New Testament
But thanks be to God that He inspires the heart of Titus with the same deep interest in you;

Worrell New Testament
But thanks be to God Who putteth the same diligence for you into the heart of Titus.

Worsley New Testament
But thanks be to God, who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Titus Commended
15As it is written: “He who gathered much had no excess, and he who gathered little had no shortfall.” 16But thanks be to God, who put into the heart of Titus the same devotion I have for you. 17For not only did he welcome our appeal, but he is eagerly coming to you of his own volition.…

Cross References
Philippians 2:25-30
But I thought it necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger and minister to my needs. / For he has been longing for all of you and is distressed because you heard he was ill. / He was sick indeed, nearly unto death. But God had mercy on him, and not only on him but also on me, to spare me sorrow upon sorrow. ...

Acts 20:4
Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.

Romans 12:8
if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.

1 Corinthians 16:10-12
If Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to fear while he is with you, for he is doing the work of the Lord, just as I am. / No one, then, should treat him with contempt. Send him on his way in peace so that he can return to me, for I am expecting him along with the brothers. / Now about our brother Apollos: I strongly urged him to go to you with the brothers. He was not at all inclined to go now, but he will go when he has the opportunity.

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 7:6-7
But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the arrival of Titus, / and not only by his arrival, but also by the comfort he had received from you. He told us about your longing, your mourning, and your zeal for me, so that I rejoiced all the more.

2 Corinthians 12:18
I urged Titus to visit you, and I sent our brother with him. Did Titus exploit you in any way? Did we not walk in the same Spirit and follow in the same footsteps?

Galatians 2:1-3
Fourteen years later I went up again to Jerusalem, accompanied by Barnabas. I took Titus along also. / I went in response to a revelation and set before them the gospel that I preach among the Gentiles. But I spoke privately to those recognized as leaders, for fear that I was running or had already run in vain. / Yet not even Titus, who was with me, was compelled to be circumcised, even though he was a Greek.

1 Thessalonians 3:2
We sent Timothy, our brother and fellow worker for God in the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith,

1 Timothy 1:3
As I urged you on my departure to Macedonia, you should stay on at Ephesus to instruct certain men not to teach false doctrines

Exodus 35:30-35
Then Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. / And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, / to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, ...

Nehemiah 11:2
And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem.

Ezra 7:27-28
Blessed be the LORD, the God of our fathers, who has put into the heart of the king to so honor the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, / and who has shown me favor before the king, his counselors, and all his powerful officials. And because the hand of the LORD my God was upon me, I took courage and gathered the leaders of Israel to return with me.

1 Chronicles 29:9
And the people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders, for they had given to the LORD freely and wholeheartedly. And King David also rejoiced greatly.

1 Chronicles 29:17
I know, my God, that You test the heart and delight in uprightness. All these things I have given willingly and with an upright heart, and now I have seen Your people who are present here giving joyfully and willingly to You.


Treasury of Scripture

But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you.

thanks.

Ezra 7:27
Blessed be the LORD God of our fathers, which hath put such a thing as this in the king's heart, to beautify the house of the LORD which is in Jerusalem:

Nehemiah 2:12
And I arose in the night, I and some few men with me; neither told I any man what my God had put in my heart to do at Jerusalem: neither was there any beast with me, save the beast that I rode upon.

Jeremiah 31:31
Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and with the house of Judah:

earnest.

2 Corinthians 7:7,12
And not by his coming only, but by the consolation wherewith he was comforted in you, when he told us your earnest desire, your mourning, your fervent mind toward me; so that I rejoiced the more…

Philippians 2:20
For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state.

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2 Corinthians 8
1. He stirs them to a generous gift for the poor saints at Jerusalem, by the example of the Macedonians;
7. by commendation of their former forwardness;
9. by the example of Christ;
14. and by the spiritual profit that shall redound to themselves thereby;
16. commending to them the integrity and willingness of Titus, and those other brothers.














But thanks be to God
This phrase begins with an expression of gratitude, a common theme in Paul's letters. The Greek word for "thanks" is "χάρις" (charis), which can also mean grace or favor. Paul acknowledges that any good work or intention originates from God’s grace. This sets a tone of humility and recognition of divine sovereignty, reminding believers that all good things, including the motivations of the heart, are gifts from God.

who put into the heart
The phrase "put into the heart" suggests a divine intervention or inspiration. The Greek word "ἐνδιδόναι" (endidonai) implies an active placing or implanting. This reflects the belief that God actively works within individuals to guide their desires and actions. In a historical context, this underscores the early Christian understanding of God’s intimate involvement in the lives of believers, shaping their inner motivations to align with His will.

of Titus
Titus was a trusted companion and fellow worker of Paul. His mention here highlights the importance of faithful leadership within the early church. Historically, Titus played a significant role in the organization and encouragement of the early Christian communities. His character and actions were a testament to the transformative power of the Gospel, serving as a model for Christian leadership and dedication.

the same devotion
The Greek word for "devotion" is "σπουδή" (spoudē), which can also mean diligence or earnestness. This indicates a fervent commitment and eagerness. Paul is emphasizing that Titus shares the same level of commitment and concern for the Corinthians as he does. This shared devotion is a reflection of the unity and shared purpose that should characterize the body of Christ, as believers work together for the common good.

I have for you
Paul’s personal investment in the Corinthian church is evident here. His use of "I have" underscores a personal and ongoing commitment. This phrase reflects the pastoral heart of Paul, who deeply cared for the spiritual well-being of the communities he served. It serves as an example of the selfless love and dedication that Christian leaders are called to exhibit, mirroring the love of Christ for His church.

(16) Thanks be to God, which put . . .--Better, which putteth, the verb being in the present tense, and referring to what was then passing after Titus's return from Corinth.

The same earnest care.--There is no direct comparison, but what he means is the same care as his own. Titus had shown himself a true son of his spiritual father (Titus 1:1).

Verse 16. - Which put; rather, which giveth. The zeal is continuous. The same earnest care. The same in the heart of Titus as in my own.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

thanks [be]
Χάρις (Charis)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5485: From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.

to God,
Θεῷ (Theō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

who
τῷ (tō)
Article - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

put
διδόντι (didonti)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1325: To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.

into
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

heart
καρδίᾳ (kardia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2588: Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle.

of Titus
Τίτου (Titou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5103: Of Latin origin but uncertain significance; Titus, a Christian.

the
τὴν (tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

same
αὐτὴν (autēn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

devotion
σπουδὴν (spoudēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4710: (a) speed, haste, (b) diligence, earnestness, enthusiasm. From speudo; 'speed', i.e. despatch, eagerness, earnestness.

[I have] for
ὑπὲρ (hyper)
Preposition
Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above.

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


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