2 Corinthians 8:17

Modern

For not only did he welcome our appeal, but he is eagerly coming to you of his own volition.

Traditional

For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.

Literal

For indeed he accepted the exhortation, but being more earnest, of his own accord he went out to you.

Latin

…quoniam exhortationem quidem suscepit: sed cum sollicitior esset, sua voluntate profectus est ad vos.

Greek

English

For not only did he welcome our appeal, but he is eagerly coming to you of his own volition.

Theme notes and profiles

2 Corinthians 8:6
So we urged Titus to help complete your act of grace, just as he had started it.
Hebrews 13:22
I urge you, brothers, to bear with my word of exhortation, for I have only written to you briefly.
2 Corinthians 8:10
And this is my opinion about what is helpful for you in this matter: Last year you were the first not only to give, but even to have such a desire.
2 Corinthians 8:8
I am not giving a command, but I am testing the sincerity of your love through the earnestness of others.