King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied.
Complete Jewish Bible:
I am glad that Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus are here, because they have helped make up for your not being here.
Berean Standard Bible:
I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you.
American Standard Version:
And I rejoice at the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they supplied.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
{G1161} I am glad{G5463} of{G1909} the coming{G3952} of Stephanas{G4734} and{G2532} Fortunatus{G5415} and{G2532} Achaicus{G883}: for that{G3754} which was lacking{G5303} on your part{G5216} they{G3778} have supplied{G378}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Philippians 2:30
- Because for the work of Christ he was nigh unto death, not regarding his life, to supply your lack of service toward me.
2 Corinthians 11:9
- And when I was present with you, and wanted, I was chargeable to no man: for that which was lacking to me the brethren which came from Macedonia supplied: and in all [things] I have kept myself from being burdensome unto you, and [so] will I keep [myself].
Philemon 1:13
- Whom I would have retained with me, that in thy stead he might have ministered unto me in the bonds of the gospel:
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Commentary for 1 Corinthians 16:17
1 Corinthians 16:17 is a verse from the First Epistle to the Corinthians, a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the Christian community in Corinth, Greece. This verse is part of the closing section of the letter, where Paul is wrapping up his instructions and exhortations to the Corinthian believers.
In this verse, Paul expresses his joy over the arrival of three individuals: Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus. These men likely served as emissaries from the Corinthian church to Paul, possibly bringing news, questions, and possibly a previous letter to which Paul is responding in 1 Corinthians. Their visit was significant to Paul, not only because it provided him with much-needed fellowship and support but also because they helped to address certain deficiencies within the Corinthian church that Paul had been concerned about.
The phrase "for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied" suggests that these men fulfilled a role that the Corinthian congregation had not been able to complete themselves. This could refer to a variety of contributions, such as providing spiritual guidance, clarifying theological misunderstandings, or even delivering financial assistance. Their presence and actions were a source of encouragement and aid to Paul, and through them, the Corinthian church demonstrated obedience to Paul's teachings and a willingness to grow in their faith.
The historical context of this verse reflects the early challenges of the Christian church as it sought to establish itself amidst diverse cultural and religious environments. Communication and travel were crucial for maintaining unity and doctrinal purity among the early Christian communities scattered throughout the Roman Empire. The mention of these individuals by name also highlights the personal relationships and mutual support that were essential to the spread of Christianity during this time.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G1161
There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δέ
Transliteration: dé
Pronunciation: deh
Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English). - Strong's Number: G5463
There are 68 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: χαίρω
Transliteration: chaírō
Pronunciation: khah'-ee-ro
Description: a primary verb; to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well:--farewell, be glad, God speed, greeting, hall, joy(- fully), rejoice. - Strong's Number: G1909
There are 790 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπί
Transliteration: epí
Pronunciation: ep-ee'
Description: a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with the dative case) at, on, etc.; of direction (with the accusative case) towards, upon, etc.:--about (the times), above, after, against, among, as long as (touching), at, beside, X have charge of, (be-, (where-))fore, in (a place, as much as, the time of, -to), (because) of, (up-)on (behalf of), over, (by, for) the space of, through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), with. In compounds it retains essentially the same import, at, upon, etc. (literally or figuratively). - Strong's Number: G3952
There are 24 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: παρουσία
Transliteration: parousía
Pronunciation: par-oo-see'-ah
Description: from the present participle of πάρειμι; a being near, i.e. advent (often, return; specially, of Christ to punish Jerusalem, or finally the wicked); (by implication) physically, aspect:--coming, presence. - Strong's Number: G4734
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Στεφανᾶς
Transliteration: Stephanâs
Pronunciation: stef-an-as'
Description: probably contraction for (crowned; from στεφανόω); Stephanas, a Christian:--Stephanas. - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G5415
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Φορτουνᾶτος
Transliteration: Phortounâtos
Pronunciation: for-too-nat'-os
Description: of Latin origin; "fortunate"; Fortunatus, a Christian:--Fortunatus. - Strong's Number: G883
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἀχαϊκός
Transliteration: Achaïkós
Pronunciation: ach-ah-ee-kos'
Description: from Ἀχαΐα; an Achaian; Achaicus, a Christian:--Achaicus. - Strong's Number: G3754
There are 1189 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅτι
Transliteration: hóti
Pronunciation: hot'-ee
Description: neuter of ὅστις as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because:--as concerning that, as though, because (that), for (that), how (that), (in) that, though, why. - Strong's Number: G5303
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑστέρημα
Transliteration: hystérēma
Pronunciation: hoos-ter'-ay-mah
Description: from ὑστερέω; a deficit; specially, poverty:--that which is behind, (that which was) lack(-ing), penury, want. - Strong's Number: G5216
There are 503 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμῶν
Transliteration: hymōn
Pronunciation: hoo-mone'
Description: genitive case of ὑμεῖς; of (from or concerning) you:--ye, you, your (own, -selves). - Strong's Number: G3778
There are 344 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οὗτος
Transliteration: hoûtos
Pronunciation: how'-tahee
Description: from the article ὁ and αὐτός; the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated):--he (it was that), hereof, it, she, such as, the same, these, they, this (man, same, woman), which, who. - Strong's Number: G378
There are 213 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀναπληρόω
Transliteration: anaplēróō
Pronunciation: an-ap-lay-ro'-o
Description: from ἀνά and πληρόω; to complete; by implication, to occupy, supply; figuratively, to accomplish (by coincidence ot obedience):--fill up, fulfill, occupy, supply.