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<a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/1.htm">New King James Version</a> that you were enriched in everything by Him in all utterance and all knowledge, <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all word and all knowledge, <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> so that in everything you were [exceedingly] enriched in Him, in all speech [empowered by the spiritual gifts] and in all knowledge [with insight into the faith]. <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> that you were enriched in him in every way, in all speech and all knowledge. <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> that by Him you were enriched in everything—in all speech and all knowledge. <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> that in everything ye were enriched in him, in all utterance and all knowledge; <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> who helps you speak and understand so well. <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> that in everything ye were enriched in him, in all utterance and all knowledge; <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Through Christ Jesus you have become rich in every way-in speech and knowledge of every kind. <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> For in union with Christ you have become rich in all things, including all speech and all knowledge. <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> For by him you have become rich in every way—in speech and knowledge of every kind— <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For in Him you have been enriched in every way, in all speech and all knowledge, <a href="/net/1_corinthians/1.htm">NET Bible</a> For you were made rich in every way in him, in all your speech and in every kind of knowledge-- <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> that in everything you were enriched in him, in all speech and all knowledge; <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> that you have been so richly blessed in Him, with readiness of speech and fulness of knowledge. <a href="/web/1_corinthians/1.htm">World English Bible</a> that in everything you were enriched in him, in all speech and all knowledge— <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> that in everything you were enriched in Him, in all discourse and all knowledge, <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> that in everything you have been enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge, <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> that in every thing ye were enriched in him, in all discourse and all knowledge, <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> That in every thing we were enriched in him, in all the word, and all knowledge;<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> That in all things you are made rich in him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> By that grace, in all things, you have become wealthy in him, in every word and in all knowledge. <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/1.htm">New American Bible</a> that in him you were enriched in every way, with all discourse and all knowledge, <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> for in every way you have been enriched in him, in speech and knowledge of every kind—<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For in everything you are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For you are enriched in everything by him, in every utterance and in all knowledge,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> that you are enriched by him in every thing, in all speech, and in all knowledge, <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> because in everything you are enriched in him, in all speech and in all knowledge; <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> that in every thing ye have been enriched by him, in all utterance, and all knowledge; <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> in your being enriched by him in every gift, with all that light and knowledge, <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> that you have been so richly blessed in Him, with readiness of speech and fulness of knowledge. <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> that in everything ye were enriched in Him, in all speech and all knowledge; <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> in all utterance and knowledge; <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/1-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/g-wZWoK_LZU?start=39" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Thanksgiving</a> 4I always thank my God for you because of the grace He has given you in Christ Jesus. 5<a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">For</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Him</a> <a href="/greek/4148.htm" title="4148: eploutisthēte (V-AIP-2P) -- To make rich, cause to abound in, enrich. From ploutos; to make wealthy.">you have been enriched</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: panti (Adj-DNS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">every way,</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: panti (Adj-DMS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all</a> <a href="/greek/3056.htm" title="3056: logō (N-DMS) -- From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.">speech</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pasē (Adj-DFS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all</a> <a href="/greek/1108.htm" title="1108: gnōsei (N-DFS) -- Knowledge, doctrine, wisdom. From ginosko; knowing, i.e. knowledge.">knowledge,</a> 6because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-7.htm">2 Corinthians 8:7</a> But just as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness, and in the love we inspired in you—see that you also excel in this grace of giving. <a href="/ephesians/1-7.htm">Ephesians 1:7-8</a> In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace / that He lavished on us with all wisdom and understanding. <a href="/colossians/2-2.htm">Colossians 2:2-3</a> that they may be encouraged in heart, knit together in love, and filled with the full riches of complete understanding, so that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ, / in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. <a href="/romans/15-14.htm">Romans 15:14</a> I myself am convinced, my brothers, that you yourselves are full of goodness, brimming with knowledge, and able to instruct one another. <a href="/2_peter/1-3.htm">2 Peter 1:3</a> His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. <a href="/ephesians/3-8.htm">Ephesians 3:8</a> Though I am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, <a href="/1_corinthians/12-8.htm">1 Corinthians 12:8</a> To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, <a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a> Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. <a href="/2_corinthians/9-11.htm">2 Corinthians 9:11</a> You will be enriched in every way to be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will produce thanksgiving to God. <a href="/philippians/1-9.htm">Philippians 1:9</a> And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, <a href="/1_john/2-20.htm">1 John 2:20</a> You, however, have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth. <a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a> For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. <a href="/proverbs/3-13.htm">Proverbs 3:13-14</a> Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, / for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. <a href="/isaiah/33-6.htm">Isaiah 33:6</a> He will be the sure foundation for your times, a storehouse of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the LORD is Zion’s treasure. <a href="/daniel/1-17.htm">Daniel 1:17</a> To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom. And Daniel had insight into all kinds of visions and dreams.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>That in every thing you are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge;in every.<a href="/1_corinthians/4-7.htm">1 Corinthians 4:7-10</a> For who maketh thee to differ from another? and what hast thou that thou didst not receive? now if thou didst receive it, why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it? … <a href="/romans/11-12.htm">Romans 11:12</a> Now if the fall of them be the riches of the world, and the diminishing of them the riches of the Gentiles; how much more their fulness?<a href="/2_corinthians/9-11.htm">2 Corinthians 9:11</a> Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.in all.<a href="/1_corinthians/12-8.htm">1 Corinthians 12:8,10</a> For to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit; … <a href="/1_corinthians/14-5.htm">1 Corinthians 14:5,6,26</a> I would that ye all spake with tongues, but rather that ye prophesied: for greater is he that prophesieth than he that speaketh with tongues, except he interpret, that the church may receive edifying… <a href="/acts/2-4.htm">Acts 2:4</a> And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.and in.<a href="/1_corinthians/8-11.htm">1 Corinthians 8:11</a> And through thy knowledge shall the weak brother perish, for whom Christ died?<a href="/1_corinthians/13-2.htm">1 Corinthians 13:2,8</a> And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing… <a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a> For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/romans/9-5.htm">Blessed</a> <a href="/acts/20-7.htm">Discourse</a> <a href="/romans/16-17.htm">Doctrine</a> <a href="/romans/15-14.htm">Enriched</a> <a href="/romans/15-29.htm">Fulness</a> <a href="/acts/17-11.htm">Readiness</a> <a href="/romans/10-12.htm">Richly</a> <a href="/romans/15-15.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/romans/11-13.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/romans/16-18.htm">Speech</a> <a href="/acts/22-14.htm">Utterance</a> <a href="/romans/16-2.htm">Way</a> <a href="/romans/11-33.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/romans/16-11.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_corinthians/1-3.htm">Blessed</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-17.htm">Discourse</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-6.htm">Doctrine</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-8.htm">Enriched</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-26.htm">Fulness</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-9.htm">Readiness</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/4-15.htm">Richly</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-13.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-8.htm">Speaking</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-17.htm">Speech</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-8.htm">Utterance</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-18.htm">Way</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-8.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-17.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 1</div>1. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-1.htm">After his salutation and thanksgiving for the Corinthians,</a> 10. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">Paul exhorts them to unity,</a> 12. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-12.htm">and reproves their dissensions.</a> 18. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-18.htm">God destroys the wisdom of the wise,</a> 21. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-21.htm">by the foolishness of preaching;</a> 26. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-26.htm">and calls not the wise, mighty, and noble,</a> 28. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-28.htm">but the foolish, weak, and men of no account.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The concept of being "in Him" is central to Pauline theology, highlighting the intimate relationship between Christ and the believer. This union is foundational for receiving spiritual blessings and is echoed in other scriptures such as <a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3</a>, where believers are blessed with every spiritual blessing in Christ. The phrase underscores the transformative power of being in Christ, which is a recurring theme in the New Testament.you have been enriched The enrichment mentioned here refers to spiritual wealth rather than material prosperity. This enrichment is a result of God's grace and is a common theme in Paul's letters, as seen in <a href="/ephesians/3-8.htm">Ephesians 3:8</a>, where Paul speaks of the "unsearchable riches of Christ." The Greek word used for "enriched" suggests an abundance or overflow, indicating that believers have been given more than enough to fulfill their spiritual calling.in every way This phrase indicates the comprehensive nature of the enrichment believers receive. It suggests that no aspect of the believer's life is untouched by the grace of God. This aligns with <a href="/2_peter/1-3.htm">2 Peter 1:3</a>, which states that God's divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness. The phrase assures believers that they are fully equipped for their spiritual journey.in all speech The reference to "speech" highlights the importance of communication in the Christian life. In the context of Corinth, a city known for its rhetoric and eloquence, Paul emphasizes that the true enrichment of speech comes from God. This is further supported by <a href="/1_corinthians/2-4.htm">1 Corinthians 2:4</a>, where Paul contrasts human wisdom with the power of the Spirit. The ability to speak truthfully and effectively is a gift from God, meant to edify the church and spread the gospel.and all knowledge Knowledge here refers to spiritual understanding and insight, not merely intellectual attainment. In a culture that prized knowledge and wisdom, Paul points to a higher, divinely given knowledge. This is consistent with <a href="/colossians/1-9.htm">Colossians 1:9</a>, where Paul prays for believers to be filled with the knowledge of God's will. The knowledge given by God enables believers to discern truth and live according to His purposes, reflecting the mind of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of the letter to the Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth with guidance and encouragement. 2. <a href="/topical/c/church_in_corinth.htm">Church in Corinth</a> The recipients of the letter, a diverse and spiritually gifted community facing various challenges and divisions. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The central figure in whom believers are enriched, as mentioned in the verse. 4. <a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a> A major city in ancient Greece, known for its commerce and diverse population, which influenced the church's dynamics. 5. <a href="/topical/s/spiritual_gifts.htm">Spiritual Gifts</a> The context of the enrichment mentioned in the verse, referring to the gifts of speech and knowledge among others.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/e/enrichment_in_christ.htm">Enrichment in Christ</a> Believers are enriched in every way through their relationship with Jesus. This enrichment is not limited to material wealth but includes spiritual gifts and understanding. <a href="/topical/g/gifts_of_speech_and_knowledge.htm">Gifts of Speech and Knowledge</a> The specific mention of speech and knowledge highlights the importance of using these gifts for edification and the spread of the Gospel. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a> The Corinthian church was diverse, yet Paul emphasizes that all gifts come from the same source, promoting unity among believers. <a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_christ.htm">Dependence on Christ</a> Our enrichment is "in Him," underscoring the necessity of remaining connected to Christ for spiritual growth and effectiveness. <a href="/topical/s/stewardship_of_gifts.htm">Stewardship of Gifts</a> Believers are called to be good stewards of the gifts they have received, using them to serve others and glorify God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 1</a> <a href="/q/what_is_true_spiritual_union.htm">What is the true nature of spiritual union and knowledge?</a> <a href="/q/who_is_ahinoam_of_jezreel.htm">Can Satan listen to our prayers?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_1_cor._14_34-35_with_gender_equality.htm">How should we reconcile Paul's instruction for women to remain silent in church (1 Corinthians 14:34-35) with modern views on gender equality?</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_forgiving_abusers.htm">What does 'reviler' mean in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_corinthians/1.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(5) Ye are enriched.--Literally, ye were enriched. "Utterance" is the power of outward expression of that "knowledge" which dwells within.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 5. - In everything; i.e. of course, every gift which belongs specially to the Christian life. In all utterance; i.e. in all "eloquence" (λόγῳ), or perhaps "in all doctrine" (so Luther, Calvin, Meyer, etc.). The word for" utterance" is rhema; logos means "discourse" and "reason" (comp. <a href="/2_corinthians/8-7.htm">2 Corinthians 8:7</a>). Knowledge. From the word guests is derived the name Gnostic, which was applied to so many forms of ancient heresy. There was danger to the Corinthian Christians in the exaggerated estimate of what they took for gnosis, and many of them were tempted to pride themselves on purely intellectual attainments, which were valueless for the spiritual life. St. Clement of Rome also, in writing to them ('Ep. ad Corinthians 1.') speaks of their "mature and established knowledge." <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/1-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>For ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Him αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. you have been enriched ἐπλουτίσθητε (eploutisthēte) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4148.htm">Strong's 4148: </a> To make rich, cause to abound in, enrich. From ploutos; to make wealthy. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. every way, παντὶ (panti) Adjective - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. all παντὶ (panti) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. speech λόγῳ (logō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3056.htm">Strong's 3056: </a> From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. all πάσῃ (pasē) Adjective - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. knowledge, γνώσει (gnōsei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1108.htm">Strong's 1108: </a> Knowledge, doctrine, wisdom. 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