1 Timothy 6:18

In 9 translations

BSB

Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,

KJV

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

WEB

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

ASV

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

LSV

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

YLT

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

DBY

to do good, to be rich in good works, to be liberal in distributing, disposed to communicate [of their substance],

DRC

To do good, to be rich in good works, to give easily, to communicate to others,

GNV

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

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Original-language editions

SBLGNT

ἀγαθοεργεῖν, πλουτεῖν ἐν ἔργοις καλοῖς, εὐμεταδότους εἶναι, κοινωνικούς,

RP2018

ἀγαθοεργεῖν, πλουτεῖν ἐν ἔργοις καλοῖς, εὐμεταδότους εἶναι, κοινωνικούς,

TR-Boyd

ἀγαθοεργεῖν, πλουτεῖν ἐν ἔργοις καλοῖς, εὐμεταδότους εἶναι, κοινωνικούς,

SCR1894

αγαθοεργειν πλουτειν εν εργοις καλοις ευμεταδοτους ειναι κοινωνικους

In the reference works topics that cite this verse

From public-domain Bible dictionaries and topical indexes (1884–1915).

Cross-references most cited first

• Hebrews 13:16And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
• 1 John 3:17If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him?
• Romans 12:8if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.
• Psalms 37:3Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.
• Proverbs 11:24–25One gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds what is right, only to become poor. A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.
• Galatians 6:10Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.
• Titus 2:14He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds.
• Luke 12:21This is how it will be for anyone who stores up treasure for himself but is not rich toward God.”
• Titus 3:8This saying is trustworthy. And I want you to emphasize these things, so that those who have believed God will take care to devote themselves to good deeds. These things are excellent and profitable for the people.
• Romans 12:13Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.
• Philippians 4:18–19I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. And my God will supply all your needs according to His…
• 1 Timothy 5:10and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.
• 2 Corinthians 8:9For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich.
• Ecclesiastes 11:1–2Cast your bread upon the waters, for after many days you will find it again. Divide your portion among seven, or even eight, for you do not know what disaster may befall the land.
• 3 John 1:11Beloved, do not imitate what is evil, but what is good. The one who does good is of God; the one who does evil has not seen God.
• Ecclesiastes 11:6Sow your seed in the morning, and do not rest your hands in the evening, for you do not know which will succeed, whether this or that, or if both will equally prosper.

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