2 Corinthians 8:17 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

¹⁷ For he not only accepted our urging, but being very diligent himself, he went to you of his own accord [i.e. Titus had wanted to go to Corinth even before being urged to].

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

¹⁷ For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

¹⁷ For he not only welcomed and responded to our appeal, but was himself so keen in his enthusiasm and interest in you that he is going to you of his own accord.

American Standard Version (1901)

¹⁷ For he accepted indeed our exhortation; but being himself very earnest, he went forth unto you of his own accord.

Common English Bible

¹⁷ Not only has he accepted our challenge but he’s on his way to see you voluntarily, and he’s excited.

Catholic Public Domain Version

¹⁷ For certainly, he accepted the exhortation. But since he was more solicitous, he went to you of his own free will.

2 Corinthians 8:17 Referencias Cruzadas

2 Corinthians 8:6

So, [i.e., because of your enthusiastic response to this need. See verse 10], we urged Titus, who had previously begun [taking up this collection], to help you also complete this favorable work [i.e., by finalizing it].

Hebrews 13:22

But I urge you, brothers [and sisters], listen to these words of exhortation, for I have written to you briefly.

2 Corinthians 8:10

Now here is my advice on what is best to do in this matter: Since you were the first ones to begin [taking up a collection] a year ago, [now you should] not only be doing something [about it], but [you should continue] wanting to do something [as well].

2 Corinthians 8:8

I am not saying this [to you] as a command, but by telling you how eager others are [to help], to find out how genuine your love is also.

2 Corinthians 12:18

I urged Titus [i.e., to go to you to arrange for the special offering. See 8:6], and I sent the brother with him. [See 8:18]. Did Titus take any [financial] advantage of you? Do we not [both] have the same attitude [in this matter]? Do we not [both] follow the same procedures?