KJV ORIGINAL
And if it be meet that I go also, they shall go with me.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And if it makes sense for me to go too, they can come along with me.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the best plans include bringing the right people with you.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, the Apostle Paul was writing to the Corinthian church about organizing a collection of money to support the poor believers in Jerusalem, emphasizing the need for reliable messengers to handle the funds. He indicated that if it was appropriate for him to travel, he would go with them to ensure the delivery was done properly and safely. This reflects the early church's emphasis on communal responsibility and the practical challenges of long-distance travel in the Roman Empire.
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