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And I believe it in part, <a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> First of all, I hear that when you come together as a church, there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For first indeed, of you coming together in an assembly, I hear there to be divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/11.htm">King James Bible</a> For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it. <a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/11.htm">New King James Version</a> For first of all, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and in part I believe it. <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/11.htm">NASB 1995</a> For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and in part I believe it. <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and in part, I believe it. <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that divisions exist among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a> For, in the first place, when you meet together in church, I hear that there are divisions among you; and in part I believe it, <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For to begin with, I hear that when you come together as a church there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For to begin with, I hear that when you come together as a church there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/11.htm">American Standard Version</a> For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and I partly believe it. <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I am told you can't get along with each other when you worship, and I am sure that some of what I have heard is true. <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/11.htm">English Revised Version</a> For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that divisions exist among you; and I partly believe it. <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> In the first place, I hear that when you gather as a church you split up into opposing groups. I believe some of what I hear. <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Good News Translation</a> In the first place, I have been told that there are opposing groups in your meetings; and this I believe is partly true. ( <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/11.htm">International Standard Version</a> For in the first place, I hear that when you gather as a church there are divisions among you, and I partly believe it. <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> First of all, I hear that when you come together as a church, there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/net/1_corinthians/11.htm">NET Bible</a> For in the first place, when you come together as a church I hear there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> For first of all, when you come together in the church, I hear that divisions exist among you, and I partly believe it. <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there are divisions among you; and I partly believe it. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> for, in the first place, when you meet as a Church, there are divisions among you. This is what I am told, and I believe that there is some truth in it. <a href="/web/1_corinthians/11.htm">World English Bible</a> For first of all, when you come together in the assembly, I hear that divisions exist among you, and I partly believe it. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for first, indeed, coming together in an assembly, I hear of divisions being among you, and I partly believe [it], <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For first indeed, of you coming together in an assembly, I hear there to be divisions among you, and in part I believe it. <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for first, indeed, ye coming together in an assembly, I hear of divisions being among you, and partly I believe it, <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For truly first, ye coming together in the church, I hear divisions to be among you; and some part I believe.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For first of all I hear that when you come together in the church, there are schisms among you; and in part I believe it. <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> First of all, indeed, I hear that when you assemble together in the church, there are schisms among you. And I believe this, in part. <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/11.htm">New American Bible</a> First of all, I hear that when you meet as a church there are divisions among you, and to a degree I believe it; <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> For, to begin with, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you; and to some extent I believe it.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> First of all, when you gather in the church, I hear that there are divisions among you; and I partly believe it. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For whenever you gather with the assembly, I have heard that there is division among you, and certain things I believe.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> For, in the first place, when you come together in the church, I hear that there are schisms among you, and I partly believe it: <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> For in the first place, indeed you coming together, I hear that there are schisms among you; and I in part believe it. <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For in the first place, when ye assemble in the church, I hear that there are divisions among you; and I partly believe it. <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a> for first, I hear, that when you come together in the church, you fall into parties; and I believe it is true of some of you. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> for, in the first place, when you meet as a Church, there are divisions among you. This is what I am told, and I believe that there is some truth in it. <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> For, first, when ye come together in an assembly, I hear that divisions exist among you; and I partly believe it; <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> For first when ye come together in the church, I hear there are divisions among you, and I partly believe it. <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/11-18.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=2339" 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/11.htm">Sharing in the Lord's Supper</a> 17In the following instructions I have no praise to offer, because your gatherings do more harm than good. 18<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason."></a> <a href="/greek/3303.htm" title="3303: men (Conj) -- A primary particle; properly, indicative of affirmation or concession; usually followed by a contrasted clause with de."></a> <a href="/greek/4412.htm" title="4412: prōton (Adv-S) -- First, in the first place, before, formerly. Neuter of protos as adverb; firstly.">First of all,</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: akouō (V-PIA-1S) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">I hear that</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">when you</a> <a href="/greek/4905.htm" title="4905: synerchomenōn (V-PPM/P-GMP) -- From sun and erchomai; to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or, cohabit.">come together</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.">as</a> <a href="/greek/1577.htm" title="1577: ekklēsia (N-DFS) -- From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation.">a church,</a> <a href="/greek/5225.htm" title="5225: hyparchein (V-PNA) -- To begin, am, exist, be in possession. From hupo and archomai; to begin under, i.e. Come into existence; expletively, to exist (verb).">there are</a> <a href="/greek/4978.htm" title="4978: schismata (N-ANP) -- A rent, as in a garment; a division, dissention. From schizo; a split or gap, literally or figuratively.">divisions</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.">among</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3313.htm" title="3313: meros (N-ANS) -- A part, portion, share. From an obsolete but more primary form of meiromai; a division or share.">in part</a> <a href="/greek/4100.htm" title="4100: pisteuō (V-PIA-1S) -- From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust.">I believe</a> <a href="/greek/5100.htm" title="5100: ti (IPro-ANS) -- Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.">it.</a> 19And indeed, there must be differences among you to show which of you are approved.…<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="/acts/2-42.htm">Acts 2:42</a> They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. <a href="/acts/20-7.htm">Acts 20:7</a> On the first day of the week we came together to break bread. Since Paul was ready to leave the next day, he talked to them and kept on speaking until midnight. <a href="/hebrews/10-25.htm">Hebrews 10:25</a> Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. <a href="/romans/16-17.htm">Romans 16:17</a> Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them. <a href="/galatians/5-20.htm">Galatians 5:20</a> idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, <a href="/james/3-16.htm">James 3:16</a> For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice. <a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Philippians 2:14</a> Do everything without complaining or arguing, <a href="/jude/1-19.htm">Jude 1:19</a> These are the ones who cause divisions, who are worldly and devoid of the Spirit. <a href="/ephesians/4-3.htm">Ephesians 4:3</a> and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">1 Corinthians 1:10</a> I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction. <a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">1 Corinthians 3:3</a> for you are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and dissension among you, are you not worldly? Are you not walking in the way of man? <a href="/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">1 Corinthians 14:33</a> For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace—as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/matthew/18-20.htm">Matthew 18:20</a> For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” <a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">2 Corinthians 12:20</a> For I am afraid that when I come, I may not find you as I wish, and you may not find me as you wish. I fear that there may be quarreling, jealousy, rage, rivalry, slander, gossip, arrogance, and disorder. <a href="/colossians/3-13.htm">Colossians 3:13</a> Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For first of all, when you come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it.I hear.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">1 Corinthians 1:10-12</a> Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment… <a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">1 Corinthians 3:3</a> For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?<a href="/1_corinthians/5-1.htm">1 Corinthians 5:1</a> It is reported commonly that there is fornication among you, and such fornication as is not so much as named among the Gentiles, that one should have his father's wife.divisions.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">1 Corinthians 1:10</a> Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.<a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">1 Corinthians 3:3</a> For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/22-30.htm">Assemble</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-32.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-27.htm">Believe</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-32.htm">Church</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-7.htm">Credit</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">Divisions</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-9.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/8-6.htm">Exist</a> <a href="/romans/16-5.htm">First</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-9.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-14.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/romans/1-27.htm">Meet</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-13.htm">Part</a> <a href="/romans/15-15.htm">Partly</a> <a href="/romans/9-33.htm">Statement</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-17.htm">Together</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/8-8.htm">True.</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/8-10.htm">Truth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/11-20.htm">Assemble</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-22.htm">Assembly</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-22.htm">Believe</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-22.htm">Church</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/3-5.htm">Credit</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-19.htm">Divisions</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-4.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/galatians/4-8.htm">Exist</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-21.htm">First</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-21.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-15.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-20.htm">Meet</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-29.htm">Part</a> <a href="/hebrews/10-33.htm">Partly</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/4-2.htm">Statement</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-20.htm">Together</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-31.htm">True.</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/13-6.htm">Truth</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 11</div>1. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">He reproves them, because in holy assemblies,</a> 4. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-4.htm">their men prayed with their heads covered,</a> 6. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-6.htm">and women with their heads uncovered;</a> 17. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-17.htm">and because generally their meetings were not for the better, but for the worse;</a> 21. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-21.htm">as, namely, in profaning with their own feast the Lord's supper.</a> 25. <a href="/1_corinthians/11-25.htm">Lastly, he calls them to the first institution thereof.</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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It suggests a sequence of issues that Paul intends to address, highlighting the importance of the matter at hand. The use of "first" underscores the urgency and priority of resolving the divisions within the church.I hear that when you come together as a church, Paul is referring to the gatherings of the early Christian community in Corinth. These meetings were likely held in homes, as the early church did not have dedicated buildings for worship. The phrase "come together" emphasizes the communal aspect of worship and fellowship, which is central to the Christian faith. The church in Corinth was diverse, consisting of Jews and Gentiles, rich and poor, which often led to tensions and misunderstandings.there are divisions among you, The divisions Paul mentions are likely related to various factions within the church, as earlier in the letter (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">1 Corinthians 1:10-13</a>), he addresses the issue of believers aligning themselves with different leaders (Paul, Apollos, Cephas, and Christ). These divisions could also be social or economic, reflecting the broader societal stratifications of Corinth, a cosmopolitan city known for its wealth and immorality. The divisions undermine the unity that Christ prayed for in <a href="/john/17-21.htm">John 17:21</a> and contradict the body metaphor Paul uses in <a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">1 Corinthians 12:12-27</a>.and in part I believe it. Paul acknowledges the reports he has received, indicating that he trusts the sources of this information. His partial belief suggests that while he is aware of the issues, he may not have the full picture, or he hopes that the situation is not as severe as reported. This reflects Paul's pastoral concern and his desire to address the issues with both truth and grace. His approach is consistent with the biblical principle of seeking to restore relationships and maintain unity within the body of Christ, as seen in <a href="/matthew/18-15.htm">Matthew 18:15-17</a> and <a href="/galatians/6.htm">Galatians 6:1</a>.<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, addressing the Corinthian church with pastoral concern and authority. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_corinthian_church.htm">The Corinthian Church</a> The recipients of the letter, a diverse and often divided congregation in the city of Corinth. 3. <a href="/topical/d/divisions_in_the_church.htm">Divisions in the Church</a> The specific issue Paul addresses, indicating a lack of unity among the believers when they gather.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_unity.htm">The Importance of Unity</a> Unity is essential for the health and witness of the church. Divisions can hinder the church's mission and testimony. <a href="/topical/s/self-examination.htm">Self-Examination</a> Believers should examine their own hearts and attitudes to ensure they are contributing to unity rather than division. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership.htm">The Role of Leadership</a> Church leaders have a responsibility to address and resolve divisions, fostering an environment of love and cooperation. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_the_gospel.htm">The Power of the Gospel</a> The gospel is a unifying force that transcends cultural, social, and personal differences, calling all believers to a higher standard of love and unity. <a href="/topical/p/practical_steps_for_unity.htm">Practical Steps for Unity</a> Engage in open and honest communication, practice forgiveness, and prioritize the common mission over personal preferences.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 11</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_true_church.htm">Which church is considered the true one?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_taking_communion_unworthily.htm">What is taking communion unworthily?</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/why_is_peter_singled_out_in_matthew_16_18.htm">If Jesus is the foundation of the church in other parts of the New Testament, why does Matthew 16:18 single out Peter's role, and how is that not inconsistent?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_corinthians/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(18) For first of all.--We in vain look for the "secondly," which, in a perfectly systematic treatise, should follow this "first." Some writers maintain that <a href="/context/1_corinthians/11-18.htm" title="For first of all, when you come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it.">1Corinthians 11:18-19</a> form the first point, and <a href="/context/1_corinthians/11-20.htm" title="When you come together therefore into one place, this is not to eat the Lord's supper.">1Corinthians 11:20-34</a> the second. There is, however, no indication of a new subject being introduced with <a href="/1_corinthians/11-20.htm" title="When you come together therefore into one place, this is not to eat the Lord's supper.">1Corinthians 11:20</a>, but the repetition of the words "come together" carries the mind back at once to the "come together" in <a href="/1_corinthians/11-18.htm" title="For first of all, when you come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it.">1Corinthians 11:18</a>, and indicates the continuation of the subject there commenced, and from which the Apostle had, at the mention of the word "divisions," for a moment parenthetically digressed.It is better to consider the "first point" to be the abuse regarding the Lord's Supper, which is more immediately treated of; and the "second point," the abuse of spiritual gifts, commencing with <a href="/1_corinthians/12-1.htm" title="Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers, I would not have you ignorant.">1Corinthians 12:1</a>. They are two branches of the one general subject, viz., "Irregularities in religious assemblies," and although the latter is not connected with the former by a definite "secondly," there is a sufficient verbal indication that a second topic is entered upon. It is well to remember in this and similar cases that this is not a treatise, but a letter, and not only a letter, but an answer to a letter, and that if we had a copy of the epistle to which this is a reply, many points of sequence and arrangement, which at present present difficulties, would be as clear to us as they were to those who originally received this Epistle. . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 18. - First of all. The "second" rebuke is not clearly stated, but is no doubt meant to refer to the abuses in "speaking with the tongue." In the Church; rather, in congregation, or assembly. The reference is not to a particular building. The Lord's Supper was administered frequently (originally every day, <a href="/acts/2-46.htm">Acts 2:46</a>), and often in private houses. Divisions; schisms (ch. 1:10, 12). Here, however, he is referring to cliques and quarrels at the love feasts. Partly! cannot think, he says, in a tone of kindness, that these reports are wholly false. There must be some ground for them, even if the facts have been exaggerated. <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/11-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>First of all, πρῶτον (prōton) Adverb - Superlative <a href="/greek/strongs_4412.htm">Strong's 4412: </a> First, in the first place, before, formerly. Neuter of protos as adverb; firstly. I hear that ἀκούω (akouō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. [when] you ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. come together συνερχομένων (synerchomenōn) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4905.htm">Strong's 4905: </a> From sun and erchomai; to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or, cohabit. as 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. a church, ἐκκλησίᾳ (ekklēsia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1577.htm">Strong's 1577: </a> From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation. there are ὑπάρχειν (hyparchein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_5225.htm">Strong's 5225: </a> To begin, am, exist, be in possession. From hupo and archomai; to begin under, i.e. Come into existence; expletively, to exist (verb). divisions σχίσματα (schismata) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4978.htm">Strong's 4978: </a> A rent, as in a garment; a division, dissention. From schizo; a split or gap, literally or figuratively. among 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. you, ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. in part μέρος (meros) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3313.htm">Strong's 3313: </a> A part, portion, share. From an obsolete but more primary form of meiromai; a division or share. I believe πιστεύω (pisteuō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4100.htm">Strong's 4100: </a> From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust. it. τι (ti) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5100.htm">Strong's 5100: </a> Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. 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