Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the Lord’s people in Jerusalem. New Living Translation For you see, the believers in Macedonia and Achaia have eagerly taken up an offering for the poor among the believers in Jerusalem. English Standard Version For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make some contribution for the poor among the saints at Jerusalem. Berean Standard Bible For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Berean Literal Bible For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. King James Bible For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem. New King James Version For it pleased those from Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints who are in Jerusalem. New American Standard Bible For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. NASB 1995 For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. NASB 1977 For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Legacy Standard Bible For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to share with the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Amplified Bible For [Gentile believers in] Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints (Jewish believers) in Jerusalem. Christian Standard Bible because Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Holman Christian Standard Bible for Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. American Standard Version For it hath been the good pleasure of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints that are at Jerusalem. English Revised Version For it hath been the good pleasure of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints that are at Jerusalem. GOD'S WORD® Translation Because the believers in Macedonia and Greece owe a debt to the Christians in Jerusalem, they have decided to take up a collection for the poor among the Christians in Jerusalem. Good News Translation For the churches in Macedonia and Achaia have freely decided to give an offering to help the poor among God's people in Jerusalem. International Standard Version because the believers in Macedonia and Achaia have been eager to share their resources with the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Majority Standard Bible For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. NET Bible For Macedonia and Achaia are pleased to make some contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. New Heart English Bible For it has been the good pleasure of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints who are at Jerusalem. Webster's Bible Translation For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor of the saints who are at Jerusalem. Weymouth New Testament for Macedonia and Greece have kindly contributed a certain sum in relief of the poor among God's people, in Jerusalem. World English Bible For it has been the good pleasure of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints who are at Jerusalem. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor it pleased Macedonia and Achaia well to make a certain contribution for the poor of the holy ones who [are] in Jerusalem; Berean Literal Bible For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Young's Literal Translation for it pleased Macedonia and Achaia well to make a certain contribution for the poor of the saints who are in Jerusalem; Smith's Literal Translation For Macedonia and Achaia were contented a certain mutual participation be made for the poor of the holy ones in Jerusalem. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a contribution for the poor of the saints that are in Jerusalem. Catholic Public Domain Version For those of Macedonia and Achaia have decided to make a collection for those of the poor among the saints who are at Jerusalem. New American Bible For Macedonia and Achaia have decided to make some contribution for the poor among the holy ones in Jerusalem; New Revised Standard Version for Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to share their resources with the poor among the saints at Jerusalem. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor the brethren in Mac-e-do’ni-a and A-cha’ia have been pleased to take part in helping the poor saints which are at Jerusalem. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But these who are in Macedonia and in Akaia were willing to share with the poor Saints who are in Jerusalem. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor saints who are in Jerusalem: Godbey New Testament For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a certain contribution to the poor who are in Jerusalem. Haweis New Testament For Macedonia and Achaia have been pleased to make a certain contribution for the poor of the saints that are at Jerusalem. Mace New Testament for those of Macedonia and Achaia, have thought fit to make a contribution for the poor converts at Jerusalem. Weymouth New Testament for Macedonia and Greece have kindly contributed a certain sum in relief of the poor among God's people, in Jerusalem. Worrell New Testament For Macedonia and Achaia were well pleased to make a certain contribution to the poor of the saints who are in Jerusalem. Worsley New Testament For the Macedonians and Achaians have been pleased to make a contribution for the poor saints at Jerusalem. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul's Travel Plans…25Now, however, I am on my way to Jerusalem to serve the saints there. 26For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. 27They were pleased to do it, and indeed they owe it to them. For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual blessings, they are obligated to minister to them with material blessings.… Cross References 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. 1 Corinthians 16:1-3 Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: / 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. / Then, on my arrival, I will send letters with those you recommend to carry your gift to Jerusalem. 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, ... 2 Corinthians 9:1-2 Now about the service to the saints, there is no need for me to write to you. / For I know your eagerness to help, and I have been boasting to the Macedonians that since last year you in Achaia were prepared to give. And your zeal has stirred most of them to do likewise. Galatians 2:10 They only asked us to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do. Acts 24:17 After several years, then, I returned to Jerusalem to bring alms to my people and to present offerings. 2 Corinthians 8:13-14 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. 2 Corinthians 9:12-13 For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God. / Because of the proof this ministry provides, the saints will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for the generosity of your contribution to them and to all the others. 1 Corinthians 16:5-6 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. 2 Corinthians 8:9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich. 2 Corinthians 8:19-21 More than that, this brother was chosen by the churches to accompany us with the gracious offering we administer to honor the Lord Himself and to show our eagerness to help. / We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift. / For we are taking great care to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord, but also in the eyes of men. 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 8:6 So we urged Titus to help complete your act of grace, just as he had started it. 2 Corinthians 8:11 Now finish the work, so that you may complete it with the same eager desire, according to your means. 2 Corinthians 9:5 So I thought it necessary to urge the brothers to visit you beforehand and make arrangements for the generous gift you had promised. This way, your gift will be prepared generously and not begrudgingly. Treasury of Scripture For it has pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem. it. Acts 11:27-30 And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch… 2 Corinthians 8:1-9:15 Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; … Galatians 6:6-10 Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things… the poor. Proverbs 14:21,31 He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he… Proverbs 17:5 Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. Zechariah 11:7,11 And I will feed the flock of slaughter, even you, O poor of the flock. And I took unto me two staves; the one I called Beauty, and the other I called Bands; and I fed the flock… Jump to Previous Achaia Acha'ia Amount Contributed Contribution God's Good Greece Jerusalem Kindly Macedonia Macedo'nia Money Pleased Pleasure Poor Relief Saints SumJump to Next Achaia Acha'ia Amount Contributed Contribution God's Good Greece Jerusalem Kindly Macedonia Macedo'nia Money Pleased Pleasure Poor Relief Saints SumRomans 15 1. The strong must bear with the weak.2. We must not please ourselves; 3. for Christ did not so; 7. but receive one another, as Christ did us all; 8. both Jews and Gentiles; 15. Paul excuses his writing; 28. and promises to see them; 30. and requests their prayers. For Macedonia and Achaia This phrase refers to two significant regions in the early Christian world. Macedonia, located in the northern part of Greece, was home to churches such as those in Philippi, Thessalonica, and Berea. Achaia, in the southern part of Greece, included the church in Corinth. Historically, these regions were known for their wealth and influence in the Roman Empire. The mention of these regions highlights the unity and cooperation among the early Christian communities, transcending geographical and cultural boundaries. The Greek root for "Macedonia" (Μακεδονία) and "Achaia" (Ἀχαΐα) emphasizes their historical significance and the spread of the Gospel in these areas. were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem Greek Forγὰρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. Macedonia Μακεδονία (Makedonia) Noun - Nominative 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. Achaia Ἀχαΐα (Achaia) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 882: Achaia, a country of Europe. were pleased εὐδόκησαν (eudokēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 2106: To be well-pleased, think it good, be resolved. From eu and dokeo; to think well of, i.e. Approve; specially, to approbate. to make ποιήσασθαι (poiēsasthai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Middle Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. a τινὰ (tina) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5100: Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object. contribution κοινωνίαν (koinōnian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 2842: From koinonos; partnership, i.e. participation, or intercourse, or benefaction. for εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. the τοὺς (tous) Article - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. poor πτωχοὺς (ptōchous) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 4434: Poor, destitute, spiritually poor, either in a good sense (humble devout persons) or bad. among the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. saints ἁγίων (hagiōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 40: Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. in 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. Jerusalem. Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalēm) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 2419: Of Hebrew origin; Hierusalem, the capitol of Palestine. Links Romans 15:26 NIVRomans 15:26 NLT Romans 15:26 ESV Romans 15:26 NASB Romans 15:26 KJV Romans 15:26 BibleApps.com Romans 15:26 Biblia Paralela Romans 15:26 Chinese Bible Romans 15:26 French Bible Romans 15:26 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Romans 15:26 For it has been the good pleasure (Rom. Ro) |
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