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Paul continues to speak.
I coveted no man's silver
"I did not greatly desire someone's silver" or "I did not want for myself anyone's silver"
man's silver, gold, or clothing
Clothing was considered a treasure; the more you had, the richer you were.
You, yourself
The word "yourselves" is used here to add emphasis. (see: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rpronouns)
these hands served my own needs
"I worked with my own hands to earn money and pay for my own expenses." (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)
help the weak by working
"Work so as to have money to help people who cannot earn it for themselves"
It is more blessed to give than to receive
A person receives the favor of God and experiences his joy more when he gives.