Translations
Modern
In full view of the churches, then, show these men the proof of your love and the reason for our boasting about you.
Traditional
Wherefore shew ye to them, and before the churches, the proof of your love, and of our boasting on your behalf.
Literal
…the demonstration therefore of your love and of our boasting on behalf of you to them, demonstrated to the face of the churches.
Latin
Ostensionem ergo, quæ est caritatis vestræ, et nostræ gloriæ pro vobis, in illos ostendite in faciem ecclesiarum.
Original
Greek
English
In full view of the churches, then, show these men the proof of your love and the reason for our boasting about you.
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) Boast First Letter to the Corinthians Second Letter to the Corinthians Titus, Letter to Trophimus Tychicus
Topics
Beneficence: General Scriptures Concerning Liberality: General Scriptures Concerning Sincerity: should Characterise: Our Love to God Sincerity: should Characterize: Our Love Toward God