Translations
Modern
We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift.
Traditional
Avoiding this, that no man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us:
Literal
…avoiding this, lest anyone should blame us in this abundance being ministered by us.
Latin
…devitantes hoc, ne quis nos vituperet in hac plenitudine, quæ ministratur a nobis.
Original
Greek
English
We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift.
Notes
Two other Christian men would travel with Titus to Corinth to prevent any criticism about managing the relief funds they collected (8:20–21). Titus and his companions would ensure proper handling of the money. The identities of the two companions are unknown.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) First Letter to the Corinthians Second Letter to the Corinthians Titus, Letter to Trophimus Tychicus
Topics
Prudence: Avoiding Suspicion in Administering the Gifts of the Congregations Titus: Sent to Corinth