For Paul had decided to sail past Ephesus, so that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he was hastening to be at Jerusalem, if possible, on the day of Pentecost.
Acts 24:17 - Revised Standard Version Now after some years I came to bring to my nation alms and offerings. Dugang nga mga bersyonKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 Now after many years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition Now after several years I came up [to Jerusalem] to bring to my people contributions of charity and offerings. American Standard Version (1901) Now after some years I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings: Common English Bible After an absence of several years, I came to Jerusalem to bring gifts for the poor of my nation and to offer sacrifices. Catholic Public Domain Version Then, after many years, I went to my nation, bringing alms and offerings and vows, Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version Now after many years, I came to bring alms to my nation, and offerings, and vows. |
For Paul had decided to sail past Ephesus, so that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he was hastening to be at Jerusalem, if possible, on the day of Pentecost.
Therefore be alert, remembering that for three years I did not cease night or day to admonish every one with tears.
Then Paul took the men, and the next day he purified himself with them and went into the temple, to give notice when the days of purification would be fulfilled and the offering presented for every one of them.
At the same time he hoped that money would be given him by Paul. So he sent for him often and conversed with him.
that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service for Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints,
Accordingly we have urged Titus that as he had already made a beginning, he should also complete among you this gracious work.
For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich.
for the rendering of this service not only supplies the wants of the saints but also overflows in many thanksgivings to God.
only they would have us remember the poor, which very thing I was eager to do.