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id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/16.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/16.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />to submit to such people and to everyone who joins in the work and labors at it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/16.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />to submit to them and others like them who serve with such devotion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_corinthians/16.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />be subject to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />to submit to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />that you also be subject to such as these, and to everyone joining in the work and laboring.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/16.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />That ye submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that helpeth with <i>us</i>, and laboureth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/16.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />that you also submit to such, and to everyone who works and labors with <i>us.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/16.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br /><i>I urge</i> that you also be subject to such as these and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/16.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />that you also be in subjection to such men and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/16.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />that you also be in subjection to such men and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />that you also be in subjection to such men and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_corinthians/16.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />to be subject to such leaders [treating them with courtesy and respect], and to everyone who helps in the work and labors [for the benefit of yourselves and the church].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />also to submit to such people, and to everyone who works and labors with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />also to submit to such people, and to everyone who works and labors with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_corinthians/16.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />that ye also be in subjection unto such, and to every one that helpeth in the work and laboreth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_corinthians/16.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />to obey leaders like them and to do the same for all others who work hard with you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_corinthians/16.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />that ye also be in subjection unto such, and to every one that helpeth in the work and laboureth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/16.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />to follow the example of people like these and anyone else who shares their labor and hard work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/16.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />to follow the leadership of such people as these, and of anyone else who works and serves with them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_corinthians/16.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />to submit yourselves to people like these and to anyone else who shares their labor and hard work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />to submit to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_corinthians/16.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />also to submit to people like this, and to everyone who cooperates in the work and labors hard.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/16.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />that you also be in subjection to such, and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/16.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />That ye submit yourselves to such, and to every one that helpeth with us, and laboreth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_corinthians/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />I beseech you, on your part, to show deference to such men, and to every one who participates in their work and toils hard.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_corinthians/16.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />that you also be in subjection to such, and to everyone who helps in the work and labors. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/16.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />that you also be subject to such, and to everyone who is working with [us] and laboring;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />that you also be subject to such as these, and to everyone joining in the work and laboring.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/16.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> that ye also be subject to such, and to every one who is working with us and labouring;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_corinthians/16.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />That also ye be subjected to such, and to every one cooperating, and to the wearied.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />That you also be subject to such, and to every one that worketh with us, and laboureth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/16.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />So you should be subject also to persons such as this, as well as to all who are cooperating and working with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/16.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />be subordinate to such people and to everyone who works and toils with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/16.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />I urge you to put yourselves at the service of such people, and of everyone who works and toils with them.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/16.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />That you may listen to all those who are as they are, and to every one who labors with us and is of help.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/16.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />That you also will listen to those who are such and to every person who toils and helps with us.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/16.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />that you submit yourselves to such, and to every one that works and labors with us.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/16.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />in order that you may indeed be in subjection unto such, and to every one laboring with you and toiling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/16.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />wherefore submit yourselves to such, and to every one that worketh with us and laboureth.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/1_corinthians/16.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />I beseech you be subservient, and to every one that helpeth us with his labours.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_corinthians/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />I beseech you, on your part, to show deference to such men, and to every one who participates in their work and toils hard.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/16.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />that ye also submit yourselves to such, and to every one who is laboring with us and toiling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/16.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />have <i>set</i> themselves to minister to the saints) that you also would be subservient to such, and to every one that worketh and laboureth with <i>us.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/g-wZWoK_LZU?start=3857" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/16.htm">Concluding Exhortations</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">15</span>You know that Stephanas and his household were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brothers, <span class="reftext">16</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">to</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymeis (PPro-N2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou."></a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/5293.htm" title="5293: hypotassēsthe (V-PSM/P-2P) -- From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey.">submit</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/5108.htm" title="5108: toioutois (DPro-DMP) -- (including the other inflections); from toi and houtos; truly this, i.e. Of this sort (to denote character or individuality).">to such as these,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: panti (Adj-DMS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">to every</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4903.htm" title="4903: synergounti (V-PPA-DMS) -- To cooperate with, work together. From sunergos; to be a fellow-worker, i.e. Co-operate.">fellow worker</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2872.htm" title="2872: kopiōnti (V-PPA-DMS) -- From a derivative of kopos; to feel fatigue; by implication, to work hard.">laborer.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">17</span>I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-17.htm">Hebrews 13:17</a></span><br />Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-12.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:12-13</a></span><br />But we ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who work diligently among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. / In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">1 Peter 5:5</a></span><br />Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-21.htm">Ephesians 5:21</a></span><br />Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/13-1.htm">Romans 13:1-2</a></span><br />Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-29.htm">Philippians 2:29</a></span><br />Welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honor men like him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-17.htm">1 Timothy 5:17</a></span><br />Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/20-28.htm">Acts 20:28</a></span><br />Keep watch over yourselves and the entire flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which He purchased with His own blood.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-13.htm">1 Peter 2:13-14</a></span><br />Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, / or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-18.htm">Colossians 3:18</a></span><br />Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/3-1.htm">Titus 3:1</a></span><br />Remind the believers to submit to rulers and authorities, to be obedient and ready for every good work,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-11.htm">Matthew 23:11-12</a></span><br />The greatest among you shall be your servant. / For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/15-22.htm">1 Samuel 15:22</a></span><br />But Samuel declared: “Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obedience to His voice? Behold, obedience is better than sacrifice, and attentiveness is better than the fat of rams.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/17-12.htm">Deuteronomy 17:12</a></span><br />But the man who acts presumptuously, refusing to listen either to the priest who stands there to serve the LORD your God, or to the judge, must be put to death. You must purge the evil from Israel.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">That you submit yourselves to such, and to every one that helps with us, and labors.</p><p class="hdg">ye.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/5-21.htm">Ephesians 5:21</a></b></br> Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hebrews/13-17.htm">Hebrews 13:17</a></b></br> Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that <i>is</i> unprofitable for you.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">1 Peter 5:5</a></b></br> Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all <i>of you</i> be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.</p><p class="hdg">helpeth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28</a></b></br> And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/12-18.htm">1 Chronicles 12:18</a></b></br> Then the spirit came upon Amasai, <i>who was</i> chief of the captains, <i>and he said</i>, Thine <i>are we</i>, David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse: peace, peace <i>be</i> unto thee, and peace <i>be</i> to thine helpers; for thy God helpeth thee. Then David received them, and made them captains of the band.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/16-3.htm">Romans 16:3,9</a></b></br> Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: … </p><p class="hdg">laboureth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/3-9.htm">1 Corinthians 3:9</a></b></br> For we are labourers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, <i>ye are</i> God's building.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/16-6.htm">Romans 16:6,12</a></b></br> Greet Mary, who bestowed much labour on us… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">1 Thessalonians 1:3</a></b></br> Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father;</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/16-15.htm">Beseech</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/10-4.htm">Deference</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-24.htm">Fellow</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-27.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/romans/8-26.htm">Helpeth</a> <a href="/acts/13-5.htm">Helping</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Helps</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-24.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-17.htm">Joins</a> <a href="/haggai/1-11.htm">Labors</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-10.htm">Lord's</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-50.htm">Part</a> <a href="/2_john/1-11.htm">Participates</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-51.htm">Show</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-28.htm">Subject</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-27.htm">Subjection</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-7.htm">Submit</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/8-15.htm">Toils</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-15.htm">Urge</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-10.htm">Work</a> <a href="/romans/16-21.htm">Worker</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-10.htm">Working</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-13.htm">Yourselves</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_corinthians/2-8.htm">Beseech</a> <a href="/2_kings/16-18.htm">Deference</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-24.htm">Fellow</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/3-14.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/genesis/49-25.htm">Helpeth</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-11.htm">Helping</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-10.htm">Helps</a> <a href="/galatians/2-13.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/hosea/7-5.htm">Joins</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/6-5.htm">Labors</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/2-12.htm">Lord's</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-17.htm">Part</a> <a href="/2_john/1-11.htm">Participates</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-17.htm">Show</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-11.htm">Subject</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/9-13.htm">Subjection</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-4.htm">Submit</a> <a href="/job/18-8.htm">Toils</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/2-8.htm">Urge</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/16-17.htm">Work</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-23.htm">Worker</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-11.htm">Working</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/3-2.htm">Yourselves</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 16</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-1.htm">He exhorts them to a collection for the brothers at Jerusalem.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-10.htm">Commends Timothy;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-13.htm">and after friendly admonitions,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">concludes his epistle with various salutations.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In the context of <a href="/1_corinthians/16.htm">1 Corinthians 16</a>, Paul is referring to the household of Stephanas, who were among the first converts in Achaia and had devoted themselves to serving the saints. Submission here implies a willing acknowledgment of their leadership and dedication. Biblically, submission is a recurring theme, as seen in <a href="/hebrews/13-17.htm">Hebrews 13:17</a>, which instructs believers to obey their leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over their souls. This submission is not about blind obedience but about mutual respect and cooperation in the work of the Gospel. Historically, the early church was structured with leaders who were often chosen based on their spiritual maturity and service, reflecting the need for order and guidance in the growing Christian communities.<p><b>and to every fellow worker and laborer</b><br>This part of the verse broadens the scope of respect and cooperation to include all who are actively involved in the ministry. The terms "fellow worker" and "laborer" highlight the collaborative nature of the early church's mission. Paul often used these terms to describe his co-laborers in the Gospel, such as Timothy, Titus, and others who traveled with him or led local congregations. This reflects the communal aspect of the church, where each member has a role to play, as seen in <a href="/1_corinthians/12.htm">1 Corinthians 12</a>, which discusses the body of Christ and the diversity of gifts. The call to honor and support fellow workers aligns with the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized servanthood and teamwork among His disciples. Culturally, this would have been a countercultural message in a society that often valued status and hierarchy, underscoring the radical nature of Christian community and service.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a></b><br>The author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth with instructions and encouragement.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_church_in_corinth.htm">The Church in Corinth</a></b><br>A diverse and often troubled early Christian community in the city of Corinth, known for its challenges with unity and moral issues.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/stephanas_and_his_household.htm">Stephanas and His Household</a></b><br>Mentioned in the preceding verse (<a href="/1_corinthians/16-15.htm">1 Corinthians 16:15</a>), they were the first converts in Achaia and devoted themselves to serving the saints.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/f/fellow_workers_and_laborers.htm">Fellow Workers and Laborers</a></b><br>Refers to those who are actively involved in the ministry and work of the church, supporting its mission and growth.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/a/achaia.htm">Achaia</a></b><br>A region in Greece where Corinth is located, significant in the spread of early Christianity.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_submission_in_the_church.htm">The Importance of Submission in the Church</a></b><br>Submission to church leaders and fellow workers is crucial for maintaining order and unity within the body of Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/recognizing_and_honoring_service.htm">Recognizing and Honoring Service</a></b><br>Acknowledge and appreciate the dedication of those who serve in various capacities within the church, as their work is vital to the community's spiritual health.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_humility_in_christian_life.htm">The Role of Humility in Christian Life</a></b><br>Embrace humility by willingly submitting to those who lead and serve, recognizing that all are working towards the common goal of glorifying God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement_for_active_participation.htm">Encouragement for Active Participation</a></b><br>Encourage every believer to find their role in the church, whether as a leader or a supporter, contributing to the mission of spreading the Gospel.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/b/building_a_supportive_community.htm">Building a Supportive Community</a></b><br>Foster a church environment where mutual respect and support are prioritized, ensuring that all members feel valued and empowered to serve.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_16.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 16</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_baptism_essential_for_salvation.htm">Is baptism necessary for salvation? (Mark 16:16 vs. 1 Corinthians 1:17)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_paul's_plans_conflict_with_acts.htm">1 Corinthians 16:5-6 - Why do Paul's stated travel plans seem to conflict with the timelines and routes suggested by Acts?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_joshua_16_10_and_1_kings_9_15-16_differ.htm">Why does Joshua 16:10 say the Canaanites in Gezer became forced labor, yet 1 Kings 9:15-16 seems to contradict who controlled Gezer's fate?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_proof_believers_are_god's_temple.htm">In 1 Corinthians 3:16, what scientific verification exists for the claim that believers are literally God's temple and house the Spirit of God?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/16.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 16.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That ye submit yourselves unto such.</span> Slaves though they may be in earthly rank, recognize their Christian authority as good men and women (see <a href="/ephesians/5-21.htm">Ephesians 5:21</a>; <a href="/1_timothy/5-17.htm">1 Timothy 5:17</a>). The verb used for" submit yourselves," or, "set yourselves under," is the same as in the previous verse. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">to</span><br /><span class="grk">ἵνα</span> <span class="translit">(hina)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> </span><span class="str2">In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">submit</span><br /><span class="grk">ὑποτάσσησθε</span> <span class="translit">(hypotassēsthe)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Subjunctive Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5293.htm">Strong's 5293: </a> </span><span class="str2">From hupo and tasso; to subordinate; reflexively, to obey.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to such as these,</span><br /><span class="grk">τοιούτοις</span> <span class="translit">(toioutois)</span><br /><span class="parse">Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5108.htm">Strong's 5108: </a> </span><span class="str2">(including the other inflections); from toi and houtos; truly this, i.e. Of this sort (to denote character or individuality).</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">to every</span><br /><span class="grk">παντὶ</span> <span class="translit">(panti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> </span><span class="str2">All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">fellow worker</span><br /><span class="grk">συνεργοῦντι</span> <span class="translit">(synergounti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4903.htm">Strong's 4903: </a> </span><span class="str2">To cooperate with, work together. From sunergos; to be a fellow-worker, i.e. Co-operate.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">laborer.</span><br /><span class="grk">κοπιῶντι</span> <span class="translit">(kopiōnti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2872.htm">Strong's 2872: </a> </span><span class="str2">From a derivative of kopos; to feel fatigue; by implication, to work hard.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 16:16 That you also be in subjection (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-15.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Corinthians 16:15"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 16:15" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-17.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Corinthians 16:17"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 16:17" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>