1 Thessalonians 2:6

* The two F.O.G. Bibles & Commentary below are currently a work in progress.

Nor did we seek praise from you or from anyone else, although as apostles of Christ we had authority to demand it.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
nor seeking glory from men (neither from you nor from others), when we might have claimed authority as apostles of Christ.
World English Bible (WEB)
Nor{G3777} of{G1537} men{G444} sought{G2212}{(G5723)} we glory{G1391}, neither{G3777} of{G575} you{G5216}, nor{G3777} yet of{G575} others{G243}, when we might{G1410}{(G5740)} have been{G1511}{(G5750)} burdensome{G1722}{G922}, as{G5613} the apostles{G652} of Christ{G5547}.
Strong's King James
(6) Nor did we seek glory from men, neither from you nor from others, in being able to be burdensome, as ambassadors of Mashiach.
The F.O.G*
[6] We weren't looking for praise from anyone - not from you or anyone else - though as apostles of Messiah we could have claimed authority and special treatment.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
nor seeking of men glory, neither from you nor from others, being able to be burdensome, as Christ’s apostles.
Young's Literal Translation

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