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1 Corinthians 1:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

He's made you rich in every way, you've got the words to speak and the wisdom to back it up.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God didn't just save you, he equipped you with everything you need to shine.

📚 Historical Context

The city of Corinth was a wealthy and cosmopolitan port in ancient Greece, known for its commerce, idolatry, and moral challenges, which made the early Christian church there vulnerable to divisions and worldly influences. Paul wrote his first letter to the Corinthians around 55 AD to address these issues, including factions and spiritual immaturity, while expressing gratitude for how God had blessed them through Christ. In this verse, Paul highlights that the Corinthians had been enriched in every aspect, particularly in their ability to speak and in their knowledge of the faith, as a foundation for his corrections.

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