1 Timothy 6:18

Linguistic Bible Translation from Source Texts

Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous, willing to share.

📖 Grammatical Analysis

Original Text

Ἀγαθοεργεῖν, πλουτεῖν ἐν ἔργοις καλοῖς, εὐμεταδότους εἶναι, κοινωνικούς·

Transliteration

To agathoergein, to ploutein in ergois kalois, eumetadotous einai, koinōnikous;

Grammar Details

• *Agathoergein*: present infinitive, active - to do good
• *ploutein*: present infinitive, active - to be rich
• *en*: preposition - in
• *ergois*: dative, neuter, plural - works/deeds
• *kalois*: dative, neuter, plural - good/noble
• *eumetadotous*: accusative, masculine, plural - ready to share
• *einai*: present infinitive - to be
• *koinōnikous*: accusative, masculine, plural - generous/willing to share

Word Meanings

• *agathoergein*: do good/work good/perform good deeds
• *ploutein*: be rich/be wealthy/abound
• *ergois*: works/deeds/actions
• *kalois*: good/noble/excellent/beautiful
• *eumetadotous*: ready to share/generous/liberal
• *koinōnikous*: generous/willing to share/sociable/ready to communicate

Other Translations

• King James Version 1769 (Standard Version)

  That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• KJV1611 – Modern English

  That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share;

• King James Version 1611 (Original)

  That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• American Standard Version with Strong's Numbers

  that they do good,{G14} that they be rich{G4147} in{G1722} good{G2570} works,{G2041} that they be ready to distribute,{G2130} willing to communicate;{G2843}

• King James Version with Strong's Numbers

  That they do good{G14}{(G5721)}, that they be rich{G4147}{(G5721)} in{G1722} good{G2570} works{G2041}, ready to distribute{G1511}{(G5750)}{G2130}, willing to communicate{G2843};

• Tyndale Bible (1526/1534)

  and that they do good and be ryche in good workes and redy to geve and to distribute

• Coverdale Bible (1535)

  That they do good: that they be rich in good workes: that they geue and distribute with a good wyll:

• Geneva Bible (1560)

  That they doe good, and be riche in good woorkes, & readie to distribute, and comunicate,

• Bishops' Bible (1568)

  That they do good, that they be riche in good workes, that they be redye to geue, glad to distribute:

• Authorized King James Version (1611)

  That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• Webster's Bible (1833)

  that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• Young's Literal Translation (1862/1898)

  to do good, to be rich in good works, to be ready to impart, willing to communicate,

• American Standard Version (1901)

  that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• American Standard Version (1901)

  that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• Bible in Basic English (1941)

  And to do good, having wealth in good works, being quick to give, taking part with one another;

• World English Bible (2000)

  that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

• NET Bible® (New English Translation)

  Tell them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, to be generous givers, sharing with others.

Referenced Verses

• Rom 12:8 : 8 if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then do so generously; if it is leading, do it diligently; if it is showing mercy, do it cheerfully.
• Rom 12:13 : 13 Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.
• 1 Tim 5:10 : 10 and is well known for her good works: if she has brought up children, shown hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped those in affliction, and devoted herself to every good work.
• Heb 13:16 : 16 And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.
• Titus 3:8 : 8 This saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to devote themselves to good works. These things are excellent and profitable for all people.
• Luke 12:21 : 21 So it is with one who stores up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God.
• Luke 14:12-14 : 12 Then Jesus said to the one who had invited him, 'When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers, your relatives, or your rich neighbors. Otherwise, they may invite you back, and you will be repaid.' 13 But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, and the blind. 14 And you will be blessed, because they cannot repay you; for you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.
• Acts 2:44-45 : 44 All the believers were united and had everything in common. 45 They sold their possessions and goods and distributed the proceeds to everyone, as anyone had need.
• Acts 4:34-37 : 34 There was no one in need among them, for those who owned lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds from the sale. 35 They laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as they had need. 36 Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means 'son of encouragement'), 37 sold a field he owned, brought the money, and laid it at the apostles' feet.
• Acts 9:36 : 36 In Joppa, there was a disciple named Tabitha (which is translated Dorcas). She was always doing good works and acts of charity.
• Acts 10:38 : 38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how He went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him.
• Acts 11:29 : 29 The disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers and sisters living in Judea.
• Titus 2:14 : 14 He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify a people for His own possession, who are eager to do good works.
• Jas 2:5 : 5 Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom which He promised to those who love Him?
• 1 Pet 3:11 : 11 He must turn away from evil and do what is good; he must seek peace and pursue it.
• 1 John 3:17 : 17 But whoever has the world’s goods and sees a brother or sister in need, yet closes his heart against them, how does the love of God abide in him?
• 3 John 1:11 : 11 Beloved, do not imitate evil but imitate good. Whoever does good is from God; whoever does evil has not seen God.
• 1 Cor 16:2 : 2 On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside something, storing up whatever you may have prospered, so that there will be no collections when I come.
• 2 Cor 8:1-2 : 1 Now we want you to know, brothers and sisters, about the grace of God that has been given to the churches of Macedonia. 2 In the midst of a severe trial brought by affliction, their overflowing joy and their deep poverty overflowed into abundant generosity.
• 2 Cor 8:9 : 9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that through His poverty you might become rich.
• 2 Cor 8:12 : 12 For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have.
• 2 Cor 9:6-9 : 6 Remember this: The one who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the one who sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each person should give as they have decided in their heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in every way, at all times, having all that you need, you may abound in every good work. 9 As it is written: 'He has scattered; he has given to the poor; his righteousness endures forever.' 10 Now the one who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and multiply your seed and increase the harvest of your righteousness. 11 You will be enriched in every way for all generosity, which through us produces thanksgiving to God. 12 For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God. 13 Because of the proof provided by this ministry, they will glorify God for your obedience to the confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with all. 14 And in their prayers for you, their hearts will go out to you because of the surpassing grace of God upon you. 15 Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!
• Gal 6:10 : 10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, especially to those who belong to the household of faith.
• Phil 4:18-19 : 18 I have received full payment, and more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. 19 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
• 2 Chr 24:16 : 16 He was buried in the City of David with the kings because he had done great good in Israel, for God, and for His temple.
• Ps 37:3 : 3 Trust in the LORD and do what is good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.
• Ps 112:9 : 9 He has freely given to the poor; his righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.
• Prov 11:24-25 : 24 One person gives freely and gains even more; another withholds what is right and comes to poverty. 25 A generous soul will prosper, and whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.
• Eccl 3:12 : 12 I know that there is nothing better for people than to rejoice and to do good while they live.
• Eccl 11:1-2 : 1 Send your bread upon the waters, for in many days you will find it again. 2 Give a portion to seven, or even to eight, for you do not know what disaster may come upon the earth.
• Eccl 11:6 : 6 Sow your seed in the morning and do not withhold your hand in the evening, for you do not know which will prosper—whether this or that, or if both will equally thrive.
• Isa 32:8 : 8 But a noble person makes honorable plans, and by honorable deeds he stands.
• Isa 58:7 : 7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and to bring the homeless poor into your house? When you see the naked, clothe them, and do not hide yourself from your own flesh and blood.
• Luke 6:33-35 : 33 If you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do the same. 34 If you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. 35 But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend without expecting anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.
• Deut 15:7-9 : 7 If there is a poor person among your brothers within any of your gates in the land the Lord your God is giving you, do not harden your heart or shut your hand against your poor brother. 8 Instead, you shall freely open your hand to him and generously lend him whatever he needs. 9 Be careful not to harbor this wicked thought in your heart: 'The seventh year, the year of release, is near,' and you look grudgingly on your poor brother and give him nothing. He will cry out to the Lord against you, and you will be guilty of sin. 10 You shall surely give to him, and your heart shall not be grieved when you give to him, because for this thing the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you undertake. 11 For there will never cease to be poor people in the land. Therefore, I command you to freely open your hand to your brother, to the needy, and to the poor in your land.