1 Corinthians 16:17

Authorized King James Version

I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied.

Word-by-Word Analysis

χαίρω

G5463

I am glad

to be "cheer"ful, i.e., calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

δὲ

G1161

but, and, etc

ἐπὶ

G1909

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

τῇ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

παρουσίᾳ

G3952

the coming

a being near, i.e., advent (often, return; specially, of christ to punish jerusalem, or finally the wicked); (by implication) physically, aspect

Στεφανᾶ

G4734

of Stephanas

stephanas, a christian

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

Φουρτουνάτου

G5415

Fortunatus

"fortunate"; fortunatus, a christian

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#10

Ἀχαϊκοῦ

G883

Achaicus

an achaian; achaicus, a christian

#11

ὅτι

G3754

for that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#12

τὸ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#13

ὑμῶν

G5216

on your part

of (from or concerning) you

#14

ὑστέρημα

G5303

which was lacking

a deficit; specially, poverty

#15

οὗτοι

G3778

they

the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)

#16

ἀνεπλήρωσαν·

G378

have supplied

to complete; by implication, to occupy, supply; figuratively, to accomplish (by coincidence ot obedience)

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Corinthians. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to pastoral letter addressing practical Christian living issues, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Corinthians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Corinthians chapter 16 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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