Acts 20:33
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 Version
I 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 Bible
I 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 Bible
I 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 Testament
I 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…

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Acts 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
The Greek word for "coveted" is "ἐπιθυμέω" (epithymeō), which means to desire or long for something, often with an implication of inappropriate or sinful desire. In the context of Acts 20:33, Paul is emphasizing his integrity and the purity of his motives in ministry. He contrasts his behavior with that of false teachers or leaders who might exploit their position for personal gain. This statement reflects the biblical principle found in the Ten Commandments, "You shall not covet" (Exodus 20:17), underscoring the importance of contentment and trust in God's provision.

anyone’s silver or gold
Silver and gold were common measures of wealth in the ancient world, often used in trade and as currency. By specifically mentioning these, Paul highlights the material wealth that he could have pursued but chose not to. His statement serves as a powerful testimony to his commitment to the Gospel over material gain. In a broader scriptural context, this echoes Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6:19-21, where believers are encouraged to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. Paul's life exemplifies this teaching, showing that his treasure was in the spiritual riches found in Christ.

or clothing
Clothing in the ancient world was not only a necessity but also a status symbol. Fine garments could indicate wealth and social standing. By including clothing in his statement, Paul further emphasizes his detachment from worldly status and materialism. This reflects the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 6:25-34, where He instructs His followers not to worry about what they will wear, trusting instead in God's provision. Paul's life and ministry were marked by simplicity and a focus on spiritual rather than material wealth, setting an example for believers to prioritize their relationship with God over earthly possessions.

(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 coveted
ἐπεθύμησα (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
(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
(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.


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