Paul uses this term in his instruction to the wealthy in 1 Timothy 6:18, urging them to be generous and willing to share their material blessings. The word carries the sense of partnership or fellowship applied to possessions—not merely charitable giving, but a readiness to include others in what one owns. Spanish and English glosses emphasize the disposition toward sharing, while German's 'mitteilsam' (communicative, open to sharing) captures the relational quality.