Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and a half, teaching them the word of God. New Living Translation So Paul stayed there for the next year and a half, teaching the word of God. English Standard Version And he stayed a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Berean Standard Bible So Paul stayed for a year and a half, teaching the word of God among the Corinthians. Berean Literal Bible And he remained a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. King James Bible And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. New King James Version And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. New American Standard Bible And he settled there for a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. NASB 1995 And he settled there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. NASB 1977 And he settled there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Legacy Standard Bible And he stayed there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Amplified Bible So he settled there for a year and six months, teaching them the word of God [concerning eternal salvation through faith in Christ]. Christian Standard Bible He stayed there a year and a half, teaching the word of God among them. Holman Christian Standard Bible And he stayed there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. American Standard Version And he dwelt there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Contemporary English Version Paul stayed on in Corinth for a year and a half, teaching God's message to the people. English Revised Version And he dwelt there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. GOD'S WORD® Translation Paul lived in Corinth for a year and a half and taught the word of God to them. Good News Translation So Paul stayed there for a year and a half, teaching the people the word of God. International Standard Version So Paul lived there for a year and a half and continued to teach the word of God among the people there. NET Bible So he stayed there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. New Heart English Bible He lived there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Webster's Bible Translation And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Weymouth New Testament So Paul remained in Corinth for a year and six months, teaching among them the Message of God. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo Paul stayed for a year and a half, teaching the word of God among the Corinthians. World English Bible He lived there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand he continued a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Berean Literal Bible And he remained a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Young's Literal Translation and he continued a year and six months, teaching among them the word of God. Smith's Literal Translation And he sat a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he stayed there a year and six months, teaching among them the word of God. Catholic Public Domain Version Then he settled there for a year and six months, teaching the Word of God among them. New American Bible He settled there for a year and a half and taught the word of God among them. New Revised Standard Version He stayed there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor he had already been in Corinth a year and six months and had taught the word of God among them. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he remained one year and six months in Corinthus and was teaching them the word of God. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he remained there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Godbey New Testament And he spent a year and six months teaching the word of God among them. Haweis New Testament And he sat down there a year and six months, teaching among them the word of God. Mace New Testament so he continued there a year and a half preaching the word of God among them. Weymouth New Testament So Paul remained in Corinth for a year and six months, teaching among them the Message of God. Worrell New Testament And he dwelt there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. Worsley New Testament And he staid a year and six months, teaching among them the word of God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul's Ministry in Corinth…10For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.” 11So Paul stayed for a year and a half, teaching the word of God among the Corinthians. 12While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews coordinated an attack on Paul and brought him before the judgment seat.… Cross References Acts 18:9-10 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent. / For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.” Acts 20:31 Therefore be alert and remember that for three years I never stopped warning each of you night and day with tears. 1 Corinthians 1:1-2 Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, / To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be holy, together with all those everywhere who call on the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 When I came to you, brothers, I did not come with eloquence or wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony about God. / For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. / I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. ... 1 Corinthians 3:6-10 I planted the seed and Apollos watered it, but God made it grow. / So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. / He who plants and he who waters are one in purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. ... 1 Corinthians 4:15 Even if you have ten thousand guardians in Christ, you do not have many fathers; for in Christ Jesus I became your father through the gospel. 1 Corinthians 16:8-9 But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost, / because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me. 2 Corinthians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God in Corinth, together with all the saints throughout Achaia: 2 Corinthians 11:28 Apart from these external trials, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches. Romans 16:23 Gaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus. 1 Thessalonians 2:9 Surely you recall, brothers, our labor and toil. We worked night and day so that we would not be a burden to anyone while we proclaimed to you the gospel of God. 1 Thessalonians 3:2 We sent Timothy, our brother and fellow worker for God in the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith, 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction. Matthew 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, / and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” John 4:39-42 Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in Jesus because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me everything I ever did.” / So when the Samaritans came to Him, they asked Him to stay with them, and He stayed two days. / And many more believed because of His message. ... Treasury of Scripture And he continued there a year and six months, teaching the word of God among them. he. Acts 14:3 Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands. Acts 19:10 And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks. Acts 20:31 Therefore watch, and remember, that by the space of three years I ceased not to warn every one night and day with tears. continued there. Jump to Previous Continued Corinth Dwelt Half Message Months Paul Settled Six Teaching WordJump to Next Continued Corinth Dwelt Half Message Months Paul Settled Six Teaching WordActs 18 1. Paul labors with his hands, and preaches at Corinth to the Gentiles.9. The Lord encourages him in a vision. 12. He is accused before Gallio the deputy, but is dismissed. 18. Afterwards passing from city to city, he strengthens the disciples. 24. Apollos, being instructed by Aquila and Priscilla, preaches Christ boldly. So Paul stayed for a year and a half Paul's extended stay in Corinth is significant, as it indicates a period of stability and fruitful ministry. Corinth was a major city in ancient Greece, known for its commerce and diverse population. This time allowed Paul to establish a strong church foundation. His long stay contrasts with his shorter visits to other cities, suggesting the strategic importance of Corinth in spreading the Gospel. This period also reflects God's providence, as Paul received a vision encouraging him to remain there (Acts 18:9-10). teaching the word of God among the Corinthians Persons / Places / Events 1. PaulThe apostle who is central to this passage. He is known for his missionary journeys and his role in spreading the Gospel to the Gentiles. In Acts 18, Paul is in Corinth, a significant city in ancient Greece. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its commerce and diverse population. It was a strategic location for Paul’s ministry due to its cultural and economic influence. 3. Teaching the Word of God This refers to Paul's primary activity in Corinth, which involved instructing both Jews and Gentiles in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Scriptures. Teaching Points Perseverance in MinistryPaul’s extended stay in Corinth demonstrates the importance of perseverance and commitment in ministry. Despite challenges, he remained faithful to his calling. Strategic Evangelism Corinth was a hub of activity and influence. Choosing strategic locations for ministry can maximize the impact of the Gospel. The Role of Teaching Teaching is a vital component of discipleship. Paul’s focus on teaching underscores the need for sound doctrine and biblical instruction in the church. Divine Encouragement God’s encouragement to Paul in the preceding verses reminds us that God supports and strengthens us in our mission, even in difficult circumstances. Community Building Paul’s long-term presence in Corinth allowed him to build a strong community of believers, highlighting the importance of investing time in relationships and community building. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 18:11?2. How does Paul's 18-month stay in Corinth demonstrate commitment to God's mission? 3. What can we learn from Paul's perseverance in Acts 18:11 for our ministry? 4. How does Acts 18:11 connect with Jesus' Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? 5. How can we apply Paul's dedication in Acts 18:11 to our daily lives? 6. What role does teaching play in strengthening faith, as seen in Acts 18:11? 7. Why did Paul stay in Corinth for exactly a year and six months in Acts 18:11? 8. How does Acts 18:11 reflect God's guidance in Paul's missionary journey? 9. What significance does Corinth hold in the context of Acts 18:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 18? 11. What is the timeline of Paul's life events? 12. Who was Sosthenes in the Bible? 13. What was biblical Corinth like? 14. 2 Corinthians 13:1 – If Paul visited Corinth multiple times, why does historical and archeological evidence seem insufficient to confirm these repeated visits? What Does Acts 18:11 Mean So Paul stayed• The little word “so” links back to the Lord’s night vision in Acts 18:9-10, where Jesus assured Paul, “Do not be afraid… for I am with you.” • Rather than moving on quickly, Paul chose settled obedience. This mirrors earlier guidance (Acts 16:9-10) and anticipates later steadfastness in Ephesus (Acts 20:31). • Obedience to Christ’s direct encouragement gave Paul confidence to remain despite Jewish opposition (Acts 18:6-7). The same faith-fueled perseverance surfaces in 1 Corinthians 2:3, where he recalls coming to Corinth “in weakness, fear, and much trembling,” yet he stayed. for a year and a half • Eighteen months made Corinth one of Paul’s lengthiest ministry posts, second only to his three years in Ephesus (Acts 19:10; 20:31). • Extended presence allowed: – Deep discipleship rather than quick evangelism (cf. Colossians 1:28). – Formation of church leadership, later addressed in 1 Corinthians 3:10-11. – Time to model bivocational ministry—working with Priscilla and Aquila in tentmaking (Acts 18:3; 1 Thessalonians 2:9). • Lengthy investment underscores God’s patience and commitment to transform a notoriously immoral city (1 Corinthians 6:9-11). teaching the word of God • Luke highlights teaching over signs; the gospel advances primarily through Scripture proclamation (Romans 10:17). • Paul “reasoned in the synagogue every Sabbath” (Acts 18:4) and later devoted himself “exclusively to preaching” (v. 5). • His curriculum: – Christ as fulfillment of Scripture (Acts 18:28). – The cross as central (1 Corinthians 1:18-25). – Whole counsel of God—pattern repeated in Acts 20:27. • Teaching produced a letter-writing pastor; 1 & 2 Corinthians preserve what he had already taught face-to-face. among the Corinthians • Corinth was a bustling trade hub, famous for wealth and vice. Planting a church here placed light in cultural darkness (Matthew 5:14-16). • Ministry “among” them shows Paul lived in their midst, not aloof. He lodged with fellow tentmakers (Acts 18:3) and ministered next door to the synagogue in Titius Justus’s house (v. 7). • Fruit included converts like Crispus (v. 8) and a diverse congregation later addressed as “those sanctified in Christ Jesus” (1 Corinthians 1:2). • The phrase reminds modern believers that effective witness requires presence within our communities (Philippians 2:15-16). summary Acts 18:11 spotlights steadfast obedience, patient investment, Scripture-centered ministry, and incarnational presence. Paul’s eighteen-month stay in Corinth—rooted in Christ’s assurance—birthed a vibrant, if imperfect, church and proves that God’s word, faithfully taught, transforms even the toughest cultures. (11) And he continued there a year and six months.--This obviously gave time not only for founding and organising a Church at Corinth itself, but for work in the neighbouring districts, such as the port of Cenchreae, where we find in Romans 16:1 a church duly furnished not only with presbyters and deacons, but with a sisterhood of deaconesses. The superscription of 2Corinthians 1:1, "to the Church that is in Corinth and to all the saints that are in all Achaia, clearly indicates an extension of evangelising work beyond the limits of the city. The unimpeded progress of this period came to him as an abundant fulfilment of the Lord's promise, and prepared him for the next persecution when it came.Verse 11. - Dwelt for continued, A.V. Dwelt; literally, sat down, as Acts 13:14, etc., and hence to "remain quietly" (Luke 24:49). A year and six months. It is not clear whether these eighteen months are to be measured to the end of St. Paul's stay at Corinth, or only to the rising up of the Jews related in vers. 12-17. Renan is doubtful. Howson does not go into the question. But Lewin rightly measures the eighteen months down to Gallio's arrival. And so does Meyer, who also notices the force of ἐκάθισε, as indicating a quiet, undisturbed abode, and calls special attention to the ἔτι of ver. 18, as showing that the "many days" there mentioned were additional to the year and a half of ver. 11. The only longer residence we know of was that of three years at Ephesus (Acts 20:31).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek [So]δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Paul] stayed Ἐκάθισεν (Ekathisen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2523: Another form for kathezomai; to seat down, i.e. Set; intransitively, to sit; figuratively, to settle. for a year ἐνιαυτὸν (eniauton) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 1763: A year, cycle of time. Prolongation from a primary enos; a year. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [a half], ἓξ (hex) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 1803: Six. A primary numeral; six. teaching διδάσκων (didaskōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 1321: To teach, direct, admonish. A prolonged form of a primary verb dao; to teach. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. word λόγον (logon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. of God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. among ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. [the Corinthians]. αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. 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