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1 Corinthians 6

1 Dare any of you, having a matter against his neighbor, go to law before the unrighteous, and not before the saints?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Dare G5111 (τολμάω) — to venture (objectively or in act; while is rather subjective or in feeling); by implication, to be courageous
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • a matter G4229 (πρᾶγμα) — a deed; by implication, an affair; by extension, an object (material)
  • against G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • another G2087 (ἕτερος) — (an-, the) other or different
  • go to law G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • before G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the unjust G94 (ἄδικος) — unjust; by extension wicked; by implication, treacherous; specially, heathen
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • the saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)

2 Or know ye not that the saints shall judge the world? and if the world is judged by you, are ye unworthy to judge the smallest matters?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Do ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the saints G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • shall judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • the world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • shall be judged G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • are ye G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • unworthy G370 (ἀνάξιος) — unfit
  • to judge G2922 (κριτήριον) — a rule of judging ("criterion"), i.e. (by implication) a tribunal
  • the smallest matters G1646 (ἐλάχιστος) — used as equivalent to ; least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.)

3 Know ye not that we shall judge angels? how much more, things that pertain to this life?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Know ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • we shall judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • angels G32 (ἄγγελος) — compare ) (to bring tidings); a messenger; especially an "angel"; by implication, a pastor
  • how much G3385 (μήτι) — whether at all
  • more G1065 (γέ)
  • things that pertain to this life G982 (βιωτικός) — relating to the present existence

4 If then ye have to judge things pertaining to this life, do ye set them to judge who are of no account in the church?

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 6:2 · 1 Corinthians 5:12
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • If G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • ye have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • judgments G2922 (κριτήριον) — a rule of judging ("criterion"), i.e. (by implication) a tribunal
  • of things pertaining to this life G982 (βιωτικός) — relating to the present existence
  • set G2523 (καθίζω) — to seat down, i.e. set (figuratively, appoint); intransitively, to sit (down); figuratively, to settle (hover, dwell)
  • them G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • to judge who are least esteemed G1848 (ἐξουθενέω)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Assembly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or sain…

5 I say this to move you to shame. What, cannot there be found among you one wise man who shall be able to decide between his brethren,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • shame G1791 (ἐντροπή) — confusion
  • Is it G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • a wise G4680 (σοφός) — wise (in a most general application)
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • no, not G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • shall be able G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • to judge G1252 (διακρίνω) — to separate thoroughly, i.e. (literally and reflexively) to withdraw from, or (by implication) oppose; figuratively, to discriminate (by implication, decide),…
  • G303 (ἀνά) — properly, up; but (by extension) used (distributively) severally, or (locally) at (etc.)
  • between G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )

6 but brother goeth to law with brother, and that before unbelievers?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • goeth to law G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • before G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the unbelievers G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving, i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively) untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)

7 Nay, already it is altogether a defect in you, that ye have lawsuits one with another. Why not rather take wrong? why not rather be defrauded?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Now G2235 (ἤδη) — even now
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • there is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • utterly G3654 (ὅλως) — completely, i.e. altogether; (by analogy), everywhere; (negatively) not by any means
  • a fault G2275 (ἥττημα) — a deterioration, i.e. (objectively) failure or (subjectively) loss
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • ye go G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • to law G2917 (κρίμα) — a decision (the function or the effect, for or against ("crime"))
  • one with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • another G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • do ye G91 (ἀδικέω) — to be unjust, i.e. (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
  • not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • rather G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in a greater degree) or rather
  • take wrong G91 (ἀδικέω) — to be unjust, i.e. (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
  • do ye G650 (ἀποστερέω) — to despoil
  • be defrauded G650 (ἀποστερέω) — to despoil

8 Nay, but ye yourselves do wrong, and defraud, and that your brethren.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Nay G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • do wrong G91 (ἀδικέω) — to be unjust, i.e. (actively) do wrong (morally, socially or physically)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • defraud G650 (ἀποστερέω) — to despoil
  • that G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )

9 Or know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with men,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • Know ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the unrighteous G94 (ἄδικος) — unjust; by extension wicked; by implication, treacherous; specially, heathen
  • shall G2816 (κληρονομέω) — to be an heir to (literally or figuratively)
  • inherit G2816 (κληρονομέω) — to be an heir to (literally or figuratively)
  • the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • Be G4105 (πλανάω) — to (properly, cause to) roam (from safety, truth, or virtue)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • deceived G4105 (πλανάω) — to (properly, cause to) roam (from safety, truth, or virtue)
  • neither G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • fornicators G4205 (πόρνος) — a (male) prostitute (as venal), i.e. (by analogy) a debauchee (libertine)
  • nor G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • idolaters G1496 (εἰδωλολάτρης) — an image- (servant or) worshipper (literally or figuratively)
  • adulterers G3432 (μοιχός) — a (male) paramour; figuratively, apostate
  • effeminate G3120 (μαλακός) — soft, i.e. fine (clothing); figuratively, a catamite
  • abusers of themselves with mankind G733 (ἀρσενοκοίτης) — a sodomite

10 nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Nor G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • thieves G2812 (κλέπτης) — a stealer (literally or figuratively)
  • covetous G4123 (πλεονέκτης) — holding (desiring) more, i.e. eager for gain (avaricious, hence a defrauder)
  • drunkards G3183 (μέθυσος) — tipsy, i.e. (as noun) a sot
  • nor G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • revilers G3060 (λοίδορος) — abusive, i.e. a blackguard
  • extortioners G727 (ἅρπαξ) — rapacious
  • G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • shall inherit G2816 (κληρονομέω) — to be an heir to (literally or figuratively)
  • the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

11 And such were some of you: but ye were washed, but ye were sanctified, but ye were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and in the Spirit of our God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • such G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • some of you G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • ye are washed G628 (ἀπολούω) — to wash fully, i.e. (figuratively) have remitted (reflexively)
  • ye are sanctified G37 (ἁγιάζω) — to make holy, i.e. (ceremonially) purify or consecrate; (mentally) to venerate
  • ye are justified G1344 (δικαιόω) — to render (i.e. show or regard as) just or innocent
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • of our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

12 All things are lawful for me; but not all things are expedient. All things are lawful for me; but I will not be brought under the power of any.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • All things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • are lawful G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • are G4851 (συμφέρω) — to bear together (contribute), i.e. (literally) to collect, or (figuratively) to conduce; especially (neuter participle as a noun) advantage
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • expedient G4851 (συμφέρω) — to bear together (contribute), i.e. (literally) to collect, or (figuratively) to conduce; especially (neuter participle as a noun) advantage
  • for me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • will G1850 (ἐξουσιάζω) — to control
  • be brought under the power G1850 (ἐξουσιάζω) — to control
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object

13 Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall bring to nought both it and them. But the body is not for fornication, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Meats G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Meats G1033 (βρῶμα) — food (literally or figuratively), especially (ceremonially) articles allowed or forbidden by the Jewish law
  • for the belly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the belly G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the belly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the belly G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • for meats G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for meats G1033 (βρῶμα) — food (literally or figuratively), especially (ceremonially) articles allowed or forbidden by the Jewish law
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • shall destroy G2673 (καταργέω) — to be (render) entirely idle (useless), literally or figuratively
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • it G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • them G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • for fornication G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for fornication G4202 (πορνεία) — harlotry (including adultery and incest); figuratively, idolatry
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • for the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • for the body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • for the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively

14 and God both raised the Lord, and will raise up us through his power.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • hath G1453 (ἐγείρω) — to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e. rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from obscurity…
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • raised up G1453 (ἐγείρω) — to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e. rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from obscurity…
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • will also raise up G1825 (ἐξεγείρω) — to rouse fully, i.e. (figuratively) to resuscitate (from death), release (from infliction)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • his own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • power G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)

15 Know ye not that your bodies are members of Christ? shall I then take away the members of Christ, and make them members of a harlot? God forbid.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Know ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • bodies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • bodies G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the members G3196 (μέλος) — a limb or part of the body
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • shall I G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • take G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • the members G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • and make G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • of an harlot G4204 (πόρνη) — a strumpet; figuratively, an idolater
  • God forbid G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • God forbid G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

16 Or know ye not that he that is joined to a harlot is one body? for, The twain, saith he, shall become one flesh.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • What G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • know ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • he which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • is joined G2853 (κολλάω) — to glue, i.e. (passively or reflexively) to stick (figuratively)
  • to an harlot G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to an harlot G4204 (πόρνη) — a strumpet; figuratively, an idolater
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • saith he G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • shall be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…

17 But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • is joined G2853 (κολλάω) — to glue, i.e. (passively or reflexively) to stick (figuratively)
  • unto the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…

18 Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Flee G5343 (φεύγω) — to run away (literally or figuratively); by implication, to shun; by analogy, to vanish
  • fornication G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fornication G4202 (πορνεία) — harlotry (including adultery and incest); figuratively, idolatry
  • Every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • sin G265 (ἁμάρτημα) — a sin (properly concrete)
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • doeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • without G1622 (ἐκτός) — the exterior; figuratively (as a preposition) aside from, besides
  • the body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • committeth fornication G4203 (πορνεύω) — to act the harlot, i.e. (literally) indulge unlawful lust (of either sex), or (figuratively) practise idolatry
  • sinneth G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • against G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively

19 Or know ye not that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you, which ye have from God? and ye are not your own;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • What G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • know ye G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the temple G3485 (ναός) — a fane, shrine, temple
  • of the Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • ye have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • your own G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.

20 for ye were bought with a price: glorify God therefore in your body.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • ye are bought G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • with a price G5092 (τιμή) — a value, i.e. money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself
  • therefore G1211 (δή) — a particle of emphasis or explicitness; now, then, etc.
  • glorify G1392 (δοξάζω) — to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • God’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God’s G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very