Read Full Chapterand he stayed and worked with them because they were tentmakers by trade, just as he was.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
and because he practiced the same trade, he lived with them and worked, for by trade they were tent makers.
World English Bible (WEB)
And{G2532} because{G1223} he was{G1511}{(G5750)} of the same craft{G3673}, he abode{G3306}{(G5707)} with{G3844} them{G846}, and{G2532} wrought{G2038}{(G5711)}: for{G1063} by their occupation{G5078} they were{G2258}{(G5713)} tentmakers{G4635}.
Strong's King James
(3) and because he was practicing the same trade, he stayed with them and they worked because they were tent makers by trade.
The F.O.G
[3] Sharing not only spiritual bonds but also practical skills, Paul moved in with them, working alongside them in their tentmaking business. Together they crafted durable shelters from leather and canvas, their hands busy with earthly labor while their conversations soared to heavenly heights.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and because of being of the same craft, he did remain with them, and was working, for they were tent-makers as to craft;
Young's Literal Translation
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