Galatians 4:18

But it is good to be zealously affected always in a good thing, and not only when I am present with you.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Galatians 4:18

BSB
Nevertheless, it is good to be zealous if it serves a noble purpose-at any time, and not only when I am with you.
AKJV
But it is good to be zealously affected always in a good thing, and not only when I am present with you.
CPDV
But be imitators of what is good, always in a good way, and not only when I am present with you.
ERV
But it is good to be zealously sought in a good matter at all times, and not only when I am present with you.
NHEB
But it is always good to be zealous in a good cause, and not only when I am present with you.
SMT
And good to be zealous always in good, and not only in my being present with you.

Commentary for Galatians 4:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Galatians 4:18
Summary
Enthusiasm for righteousness should remain constant
Event
Exhorting continuous spiritual enthusiasm
Estimated Time Period
c. 50 AD
Category
Teaching