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21 This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. 22 If anyone does not love the Lord [does not obey and respect and believe in Jesus Christ and His message], he is to be accursed. Maranatha (O our Lord, come)! 23 The grace of our Lord Jesus [His unmerited favor, His spiritual blessing, His profound mercy] be with you.

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21 I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand.(A)

22 If anyone does not love the Lord,(B) let that person be cursed!(C) Come, Lord[a]!(D)

23 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.(E)

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Corinthians 16:22 The Greek for Come, Lord reproduces an Aramaic expression (Marana tha) used by early Christians.