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Epistula I ad Corinthios, 16

1. de collectis autem quæ fiunt in sanctos sicut ordinavi ecclesiis Galatiæ ita et vos facite

1. De collectis autem, quae fiunt in sanctos, sicut ordina vi ecclesiis Galatiae, ita et vos facite.

2. per unam sabbati unusquisque vestrum apud se ponat recondens quod ei beneplacuerit ut non cum venero tunc collectæ fiant

2. Per primam sabbati unusquisque vestrum apud se ponat recondens, quod ei beneplacuerit, ut non, cum venero, tunc collectae fiant.

3. cum autem præsens fuero quos probaveritis per epistulas hos mittam perferre gratiam vestram in Hierusalem

3. Cum autem praesens fuero, quos probaveritis, per epistulas hos mittam perferre gratiam vestram in Ierusalem;

4. quod si dignum fuerit ut et ego eam mecum ibunt

4. quod si dignum fuerit, ut et ego eam, mecum ibunt.

5. veniam autem ad vos cum Macedoniam pertransiero nam Macedoniam pertransibo

5. Veniam autem ad vos, cum Macedoniam pertransiero, nam Macedoniam pertransibo;

6. apud vos autem forsitan manebo vel etiam hiemabo ut vos me deducatis quocumque jero

6. apud vos autem forsitan manebo vel etiam hiemabo, ut vos me deducatis, quocumque iero.

7. nolo enim vos modo in transitu videre spero enim me aliquantum temporis manere apud vos si Dominus permiserit

7. Nolo enim vos modo in transitu videre; spero enim me aliquantum temporis manere apud vos, si Dominus permiserit.

8. permanebo autem Ephesi usque ad pentecosten

8. Permanebo autem Ephesi usque ad Pentecosten;

9. ostium enim mihi apertum est magnum et evidens et adversarii multi

9. ostium enim mihi apertum est magnum et efficax, et adversarii multi.

10. si autem venerit Timotheus videte ut sine timore sit apud vos opus enim Domini operatur sicut et ego

10. Si autem venerit Timotheus, videte, ut sine timore sit apud vos, opus enim Domini operatur, sicut et ego;

11. ne quis ergo illum spernat deducite autem illum in pace ut veniat ad me expecto enim illum cum fratribus

11. ne quis ergo illum spernat. Deducite autem illum in pace, ut veniat ad me; exspecto enim illum cum fratribus.

12. de Apollo autem fratre multum rogavi eum ut veniret ad vos cum fratribus et utique non fuit voluntas ut nunc veniret veniet autem cum ei vacuum fuerit

12. De Apollo autem fratre, multum rogavi eum, ut veniret ad vos cum fratribus, et utique non fuit voluntas, ut nunc veniret; veniet autem, cum ei opportunum fuerit.

13. vigilate state in fide viriliter agite et confortamini

13. Vigilate, state in fide, viriliter agite, confortamini;

14. omnia vestra in caritate fiant

14. omnia vestra in caritate fiant.

15. obsecro autem vos fratres nostis domum Stephanæ et Fortunati quoniam sunt primitiæ Achajæ et in ministerium sanctorum ordinaverunt se ipsos

15. Obsecro autem vos, fratres: nostis domum Stephanae, quoniam sunt primitiae Achaiae et in ministerium sanctorum ordinaverunt seipsos;

16. ut et vos subditi sitis ejusmodi et omni cooperanti et laboranti

16. ut et vos subditi sitis eiusmodi et omni cooperanti et laboranti.

17. gaudeo autem in præsentia Stephanæ et Fortunati et Achaici quoniam id quod vobis deerat ipsi suppleverunt

17. Gaudeo autem in praesentia Stephanae et Fortunati et Achaici, quoniam id quod vobis deerat, ipsi suppleverunt;

18. refecerunt enim et meum spiritum et vestrum cognoscite ergo qui ejusmodi sunt

18. refecerunt enim et meum spiritum et vestrum. Cognoscite ergo, qui eiusmodi sunt.

19. salutant vos ecclesiæ Asiæ salutant vos in Domino multum Aquila et Prisca cum domestica sua ecclesia

19. Salutant vos ecclesiae Asiae. Salutant vos in Domino multum Aquila et Prisca cum domestica sua ecclesia.

20. salutant vos fratres omnes salutate invicem in osculo sancto

20. Salutant vos fratres omnes. Salutate invicem in osculo sancto.

21. salutatio mea manu Pauli

21. Salutatio mea manu Pauli.

22. si quis non amat Dominum Jesum Christum sit anathema maranatha

22. Si quis non amat Dominum, sit anathema. Marana tha!

23. gratia Domini Jesu vobiscum

23. Gratia Domini Iesu vobiscum.

24.

24. Caritas mea cum omnibus vobis in Christo Iesu.



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Footnotes:

16:1-4 - Paul instructs on the collection for the saints in Jerusalem, highlighting the importance of generosity and financial contributions to God's work (see also 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 and Acts 11:29).

16:5-9 - Paul plans to visit the Corinthians, but his goal is to remain in Ephesus, where there is a great opportunity for ministry. He emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities for service (see also Ephesians 5:16 and Colossians 4:5).

16:10-12 - Paul sends greetings and commendations about the workers in God's work. He encourages the Corinthians to welcome those who work with him, like Timothy (see also Philippians 2:19-23 and 1 Timothy 4:12).

16:13-14 - Paul exhorts the Corinthians to be watchful, firm in the faith, and to love one another. He concludes with a call to spiritual maturity and the practice of Christian love (see also 1 Peter 5:8-9 and 1 John 3:16).

16:19-24 - Paul sends final greetings and closes his letter with a blessing. He reinforces the importance of maintaining unity in faith and a commitment to love (see also 2 Corinthians 13:14 and Philippians 4:23).

Verses related to Epistula I ad Corinthios, 16:

1 Corinthians chapter 16 concludes the epistle with practical instructions and final greetings. How to apply Christian principles in daily life? Paul addresses the collection for the saints in Jerusalem, his travel plans, and recommendations for leaders. He encourages spiritual vigilance, steadfastness in faith, and love in all actions. The text ends with personal greetings and a blessing. Reflect with us on five biblical passages that relate to the practical themes of this concluding chapter.

2 Corinthians 9:7: "Each one should give as he has determined in his heart, not with regret or under obligation, for God loves a cheerful giver." - This verse relates to Paul's instructions on the collection in 1 Corinthians 16.

Galatians 6:9-10: "And let us not get tired of doing good, for in due time we will reap, if we do not lose heart. Therefore, while we have the opportunity, let us do good to everyone, especially those in the family of faith." - As in 1 Corinthians 16, this verse encourages persistence in Christian service.

Acts 20:35: "In everything I did, I showed them that through hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus himself, who said: 'There is greater happiness in giving than in receiving'." - This verse reflects the theme of mutual aid mentioned in 1 Corinthians 16.

Romans 16:16: "Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the churches of Christ send you greetings." - As in 1 Corinthians 16, this verse mentions greetings among believers.

Colossians 4:18: "I, Paulo, write this greeting in my own handwriting. Remember my handcuffs. Grace be with you." - This verse, as in 1 Corinthians 16, shows Paul concluding his letter with a personal greeting.

FAQ:

What does Paul teach about offerings for the saints in 1 Corinthians 16?

Paul instructs the Corinthians to set aside a regular offering for the saints, according as each one is prospering, so that the collection will be orderly and generous. (1 Corinthians 16:1-2)

How does Paul plan to visit the Corinthians?

Paul plans to visit the Corinthians after passing through Macedonia. He hopes his visit will be fruitful and that the church will welcome his arrival. (1 Corinthians 16:5-7)

What does Paul say about being strong and standing firm in the faith?

Paul exhorts Christians to be vigilant, firm in the faith, and strong in the Lord, acting courageously and doing everything in love. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14)

How does Paul refer to the collaboration of Aquila and Priscilla?

Paul thanks Aquila and Priscilla for their work in the Lord's work, highlighting their sacrifice and collaboration in spreading the gospel. (1 Corinthians 16:19)

What does Paul say about receiving the letter and greeting the brothers?

Paul instructs the Corinthians to greet their brothers with a holy kiss and to receive his letter with love and respect, recognizing his authority. (1 Corinthians 16:20)


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