1 Corinthians 16:6But with you it may be that I will stay, or even winter, that you may send me on my journey wherever I go.
The setting
Ephesus, ~55 AD. Paul considers wintering in Corinth rather than sailing dangerous winter seas, needing financial support for his next mission to Spain.
The emotion here: vulnerable but hopeful about receiving support
The original word
paracheimazō (παραχειμάζω) — to winter beside, spend the winter months
Why it matters
Ancient Mediterranean sailing ceased from November to March due to storms
Read with care
What most readers miss in 1 Corinthians 16:6
Paul wasn't just visiting - he needed their financial backing for his planned mission to Spain
Common misconceptionPaul seems indecisive about his plans, but he was actually being wise about winter travel dangers and strategic about fundraising.
The thread continues
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Bible Genome reading
1 Corinthians 16:6 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
1 Corinthians 16:6 comes from the book of 1 Corinthians, written during the early_church period. These words are attributed to Paul. The dominant emotion in this verse is deciding, with a comfort power of 30% and a tone that is conversational. It belongs to the letter genre of biblical literature. Key themes include ministry partnership, mutual support. Notable phrases: stay, or even winter; send me on my journey.
Emotionally similar
Verses that meet the same deciding
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— Deuteronomy 5:7
“"You shall not murder.”
— Exodus 20:13
“Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.”
— Matthew 23:12
“For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”
— 2 Timothy 1:7
“But Peter said, "Silver and gold have I none, but what I have, that I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, get up and walk!"”
— Acts 3:6
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