2 Corinthians 8:17 - The Scriptures 1998

¹⁷ Because he received the appeal, indeed, but being more eager, he went to you of his own accord.

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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 Cross References

2 Corinthians 12:18

I urged Titus, and sent our brother with him. Did Titus take advantage of you? Did we not walk in the same spirit – not in the same steps?

2 Corinthians 8:10

And in this I give an opinion: It is to your advantage not only to be doing what you began and were desiring to do a year ago,

2 Corinthians 8:6

that we should urge Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also complete this kind gift in you as well.

2 Corinthians 8:8

I speak not by command, but I am proving the genuineness of your love by the eagerness of others.

Hebrews 13:22

And I call upon you, brothers, bear with the word of encouragement for I have written to you in few words.