But if it is fitting that I go also, they will go with me.
Parallel translations
- WEB If it is appropriate for me to go also, they will go with me.
- KJV And if it be meet that I go also, they shall go with me.
- BSB And if it is advisable for me to go also, they can travel with me.
- NASB and if it is appropriate for me to go also, they will go with me.
- NLT And if it seems appropriate for me to go along, they can travel with me.
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Quick answer
If fitting, Paul himself will accompany the gift to Jerusalem. It matters because it shows his personal investment in this ministry of generosity.
Overview
Paul leaves open the possibility of traveling with the delegation, depending on circumstances. His willingness reflects how seriously he took both the gift and its safe, honorable delivery. The verse continues his careful, humble handling of the relief offering for the saints.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 3
- 2 Cor 8:4begging us with much entreaty to receive this grace and the fellowship in the service to the saints.
- 2 Cor 8:19Not only so, but who was also appointed by the assemblies to travel with us in this grace, which is served by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and to show our readiness.
- Rom 15:25But now, I say, I am going to Jerusalem, serving the saints.
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