2 Corinthians 1:16
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 20
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
δι'
by
G1223
δι'
by
Strong's:
G1223
Word #:
2 of 20
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
εἰς
into
G1519
εἰς
into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
5 of 20
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
7 of 20
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
πάλιν
again
G3825
πάλιν
again
Strong's:
G3825
Word #:
8 of 20
(adverbially) anew, i.e., (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
ἀπὸ
out of
G575
ἀπὸ
out of
Strong's:
G575
Word #:
9 of 20
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
ἐλθεῖν
to come
G2064
ἐλθεῖν
to come
Strong's:
G2064
Word #:
11 of 20
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
πρὸς
unto
G4314
πρὸς
unto
Strong's:
G4314
Word #:
12 of 20
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
14 of 20
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὑφ'
of
G5259
ὑφ'
of
Strong's:
G5259
Word #:
15 of 20
under, i.e., (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (
προπεμφθῆναι
to be brought on my way
G4311
προπεμφθῆναι
to be brought on my way
Strong's:
G4311
Word #:
17 of 20
to send forward, i.e., escort or aid in travel
εἰς
into
G1519
εἰς
into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
18 of 20
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
Historical Context
Written around AD 55-56 from Macedonia after Paul's 'painful visit' to Corinth (2:1). The Corinthian church faced challenges to Paul's apostolic authority from 'super-apostles' (11:5) who valued eloquence over cruciform ministry. Paul writes to defend his ministry, explain his changed travel plans, and restore relationship with this fractious congregation.
Questions for Reflection
- How do my plans and schedule serve kingdom purposes versus personal convenience?
- Am I willing to 'be sent forward' by others' support, acknowledging dependence on the body?
- What missionaries can my household/church 'send forward' with tangible support this quarter?
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Analysis & Commentary
And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you—Paul details original itinerary: two visits to Corinth bracketing Macedonia. Dielthein (διελθεῖν, "to pass through") and di' hymōn (δι᾽ ὑμῶν, "through you") suggest Corinth as waypoint.
And of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea—propemphthēnai (προπεμφθῆναι, "to be sent forward/escorted") is technical term for missionary support (provisions, guides, finances; cf. Rom 15:24, 1 Cor 16:6). Paul expected Corinthian support for his Jerusalem collection trip.