Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. New Living Translation “I have never coveted anyone’s silver or gold or fine clothes. English Standard Version I coveted no one’s silver or gold or apparel. Berean Standard Bible I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. Berean Literal Bible I coveted nobody's silver or gold or clothing. King James Bible I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. New King James Version I have coveted no one’s silver or gold or apparel. New American Standard Bible I have coveted no one’s silver or gold or clothes. NASB 1995 “I have coveted no one’s silver or gold or clothes. NASB 1977 “I have coveted no one’s silver or gold or clothes. Legacy Standard Bible I have coveted no one’s silver or gold or clothes. Amplified Bible I had no desire for anyone’s silver or gold or [expensive] clothes. Christian Standard Bible I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. Holman Christian Standard Bible I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. American Standard Version I coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. Contemporary English Version I have never wanted anyone's money or clothes. English Revised Version I coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. GOD'S WORD® Translation "I never wanted anyone's silver, gold, or clothes. Good News Translation I have not wanted anyone's silver or gold or clothing. International Standard Version I never desired anyone's silver, gold, or clothes. Majority Standard Bible I have not coveted anyone?s silver or gold or clothing. NET Bible I have desired no one's silver or gold or clothing. New Heart English Bible I coveted no one's silver, or gold, or clothing. Webster's Bible Translation I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. Weymouth New Testament No one's silver or gold or clothing have I coveted. World English Bible I coveted no one’s silver, gold, or clothing. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI coveted the silver or gold or clothing of no one; Berean Literal Bible I coveted nobody's silver or gold or clothing. Young's Literal Translation 'The silver or gold or garments of no one did I covet; Smith's Literal Translation Silver or gold, or clothing, of none have I eagerly desired. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI have not coveted any man's silver, gold, or apparel, as Catholic Public Domain Version I have coveted neither silver and gold, nor apparel, New American Bible I have never wanted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. New Revised Standard Version I coveted no one’s silver or gold or clothing. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI have never coveted silver, or gold, or apparel. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “I have not coveted silver, gold, or apparel.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentI have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. Godbey New Testament I have not sought the silver, or gold, or raiment of any one; Haweis New Testament The silver, or gold, or apparel of no man have I coveted: Mace New Testament I have not desir'd to get from any one either silver, or gold, or apparel. Weymouth New Testament No one's silver or gold or clothing have I coveted. Worrell New Testament I coveted no one's silver, or gold, or apparel. Worsley New Testament I have coveted no one's silver, or gold, or apparel: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul's Farewell to the Ephesians…32And now I commit you to God and to the word of His grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all who are sanctified. 33I have not coveted anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. 34You yourselves know that these hands of mine have ministered to my own needs and those of my companions.… Cross References Exodus 20:17 You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his manservant or maidservant, or his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.” Deuteronomy 5:21 You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife. You shall not covet your neighbor’s house or field, or his manservant or maidservant, or his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.” Luke 12:15 And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” 1 Timothy 6:10 For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. Hebrews 13:5 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake 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. Philippians 4:11-12 I am not saying this out of need, for I have learned to be content regardless of my circumstances. / I know how to live humbly, and I know how to abound. In any and every situation I have learned the secret of being filled and being hungry, of having plenty and having need. 1 Thessalonians 2:5 As you know, we never used words of flattery or any pretext for greed. God is our witness! 1 Corinthians 9:12 If others have this right to your support, shouldn’t we have it all the more? But we did not exercise this right. Instead, we put up with anything rather than hinder the gospel of Christ. 1 Corinthians 9:18 What then is my reward? That in preaching the gospel I may offer it free of charge, and so not use up my rights in preaching it. 2 Corinthians 7:2 Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have exploited no one. 2 Corinthians 11:9 And when I was with you and in need, I was not a burden to anyone; for the brothers who came from Macedonia supplied my needs. I have refrained from being a burden to you in any way, and I will continue to do so. 2 Corinthians 12:14 See, I am ready to come to you a third time, and I will not be a burden, because I am not seeking your possessions, but you. For children should not have to save up for their parents, but parents for their children. 2 Corinthians 12:17-18 Did I exploit you by anyone I sent you? / 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? 1 Samuel 12:3 Here I am. Bear witness against me before the LORD and before His anointed: Whose ox or donkey have I taken? Whom have I cheated or oppressed? From whose hand have I accepted a bribe and closed my eyes? Tell me, and I will restore it to you.” Treasury of Scripture I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel. Numbers 16:15 And Moses was very wroth, and said unto the LORD, Respect not thou their offering: I have not taken one ass from them, neither have I hurt one of them. 1 Samuel 12:3-5 Behold, here I am: witness against me before the LORD, and before his anointed: whose ox have I taken? or whose ass have I taken? or whom have I defrauded? whom have I oppressed? or of whose hand have I received any bribe to blind mine eyes therewith? and I will restore it you… 1 Corinthians 9:12,15,18 If others be partakers of this power over you, are not we rather? Nevertheless we have not used this power; but suffer all things, lest we should hinder the gospel of Christ… Jump to Previous Apparel Clothes Clothing Covet Coveted Desire Garments Gold One's SilverJump to Next Apparel Clothes Clothing Covet Coveted Desire Garments Gold One's SilverActs 20 1. Paul goes to Macedonia, and thence to Troas.7. He celebrates the Lord's supper, and preaches. 9. Eutychus having fallen down dead is raised to life. 13. Paul continues his travels; 17. and at Miletum he calls the elders together, tells them what shall befall to himself, 28. commits God's flock to them, 29. warns them of false teachers, 32. commends them to God, 36. prays with them, and departs. I have not coveted This phrase highlights the apostle Paul's commitment to living a life free from greed and material desire. In the biblical context, coveting is considered a sin, as outlined in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:17). Paul's statement reflects his adherence to the teachings of Jesus, who warned against the dangers of greed (Luke 12:15). It also aligns with Paul's own teachings in his epistles, where he emphasizes contentment and warns against the love of money (1 Timothy 6:10). anyone’s silver or gold or clothing. Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe speaker of this verse, Paul is addressing the Ephesian elders in Miletus. He is reflecting on his ministry and conduct among them. 2. Ephesian Elders Leaders of the church in Ephesus, whom Paul summoned to Miletus to give his farewell address and final instructions. 3. Miletus A coastal city in Asia Minor where Paul stopped during his third missionary journey to meet with the Ephesian elders. 4. Ephesus A major city in Asia Minor where Paul spent a significant amount of time preaching and establishing the church. 5. Paul’s Ministry The broader context of this verse is Paul’s recounting of his ministry, emphasizing his integrity and selflessness. Teaching Points Integrity in MinistryPaul’s statement highlights the importance of integrity and transparency in ministry. Leaders should serve without seeking personal gain. Contentment with God’s Provision Paul’s lack of covetousness reflects a heart content with God’s provision. Believers are encouraged to trust in God’s sufficiency rather than seeking material wealth. Modeling Christ-like Behavior Paul’s example serves as a model for Christians to follow, demonstrating a life focused on serving others rather than accumulating wealth. Guarding Against Materialism The verse serves as a reminder to guard against the temptation of materialism, which can distract from spiritual priorities.(33) I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel.--Comp. the parallel of Samuel's appeal to the people (1Samuel 12:3). In each case there was a special reason for what might otherwise seem an uncalled-for boast. Samuel's sons had been guilty of corrupt practices, taking bribes and the like (1Samuel 8:3). Among the many calumnies against St. Paul, one was that he used his apostolic ministry "as a cloke of covetousness." (Comp. 2Corinthians 7:2; 2Corinthians 12:17-18; 1Thessalonians 2:5.) On "apparel," as constituting a large part of the personal estate of the East, see Notes on Matthew 6:19; James 5:2. . . . Verse 33. - Coveted for have coveted, A V. Apparel. One of the items of an Oriental's treasure for the purpose of gifts (2 Kings 5:5, 22, 23, 26; Genesis 45:22; Matthew 6:19, 2(1). St. Paul contrasts his own example in not seeking such gifts with the conduct of the false apostles who draw away disciples after them for gain (1 Timothy 6:5-10; Romans 16:17, 18; comp. 1 Corinthians 9.). Parallel Commentaries ... Greek I have not covetedἐπεθύμησα (epethymēsa) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 1937: To long for, covet, lust after, set the heart upon. From epi and thumos; to set the heart upon, i.e. Long for. anyone’s οὐδενὸς (oudenos) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3762: No one, none, nothing. silver Ἀργυρίου (Argyriou) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 694: Neuter of a presumed derivative of arguros; silvery, i.e. cash; specially, a silverling. or ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. gold χρυσίου (chrysiou) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 5553: A piece of gold, golden ornament. Diminutive of chrusos; a golden article, i.e. Gold plating, ornament, or coin. or ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. clothing. ἱματισμοῦ (himatismou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2441: A collective word: raiment, clothing. From himatizo; clothing. Links Acts 20:33 NIVActs 20:33 NLT Acts 20:33 ESV Acts 20:33 NASB Acts 20:33 KJV Acts 20:33 BibleApps.com Acts 20:33 Biblia Paralela Acts 20:33 Chinese Bible Acts 20:33 French Bible Acts 20:33 Catholic Bible NT Apostles: Acts 20:33 I coveted no one's silver or gold (Acts of the Apostles Ac) |