• Acts 6:3
    The Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures

    • 3 ἐπισκέψασθε look YOU upon δέ, but, ἀδελφοί, brothers, ἄνδρας male persons ἐξ out of ὑμῶν YOU μαρτυρουμένους being witnessed to ἑπτὰ seven πλήρεις full πνεύματος of spirit καὶ and σοφίας, of wisdom, οὓς whom καταστήσομεν we will appoint ἐπὶ upon τῆς the χρείας need ταύτης· this;

  • Acts 6:3
    The Emphasized Bible

    • 3 But look out for yourselves, brethren, seven men from among you who can be well-attested, full of Spirit and wisdom,—whom we will appoint over this need;

  • Acts 6:3
    King James Version

    • 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.

  • Acts Study Notes—Chapter 6
    New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (Study Edition)

    • 6:3

      reputable men: Or “men who are well-reported-on; men with a good reputation.” Here the passive form of the Greek verb mar·ty·reʹo (“to bear witness”) is used. Qualified men were needed because the work likely involved not only serving food but also handling money, purchasing supplies, and keeping careful records. These men were said to be full of spirit and wisdom, showing evidence of being guided by God’s spirit and godly wisdom in their lives. The situation here was a sensitive one. Difficulties and differences already existed in the congregation, so experienced men who showed good judgment, discretion, and understanding were needed. One of these men was Stephen, and his defense before the Sanhedrin indicates that he was well-qualified.​—Ac 7:2-53.