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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/11.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/11.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/11.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_corinthians/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are to imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I also <i>am</i> of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Be ye followers of me, even as I also <i>am</i> of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Imitate me, just as I also <i>imitate</i> Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_corinthians/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Imitate me, just as I <i>imitate</i> Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_corinthians/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Be ye imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_corinthians/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />You must follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_corinthians/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Be ye imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Imitate me as I imitate Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Imitate me, then, just as I imitate Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_corinthians/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Imitate me, as I do the Messiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />You are to imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_corinthians/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_corinthians/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, in so far as I in turn am an imitator of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_corinthians/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Become followers of me, as I also [am] of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I also <i>am</i> of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Followers of me become ye, as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_corinthians/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Be ye imitators of me, as I also of Christ.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />BE ye followers of me, as I also am of Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />TAKE example by me, even as I also fol low Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/11.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />Imitate me just as I also do The Messiah.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/11.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/11.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />Be ye imitators of me, as I also am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/11.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />BE ye imitators of me, as I am of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/1_corinthians/11.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />Imitate herein my example as I do that of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_corinthians/11.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Be imitators of me, in so far as I in turn am an imitator of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/11.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />Become imitators of me, even as I also <i>am</i> of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/11.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />Be ye then imitators of me, as I also <i>am</i> of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/g-wZWoK_LZU?start=2206" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/11.htm">Roles in Worship</a></span><br> <span class="reftext">1</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: ginesthe (V-PMM/P-2P) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">You are to</a> <a href="/greek/3402.htm" title="3402: Mimētai (N-NMP) -- An imitator, follower. From mimeomai; an imitator.">imitate</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">me,</a> <a href="/greek/2531.htm" title="2531: kathōs (Adv) -- According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.">just as</a> <a href="/greek/2504.htm" title="2504: kagō (PPro-N1S) -- To also, I too, but I. From kai and ego; so also the dative case kamoi, and accusative case kame and I, me.">I imitate</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christou (N-GMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">2</span>Now I commend you for remembering me in everything and for maintaining the traditions, just as I passed them on to you.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Ephesians 5:1</a></span><br />Be imitators of God, therefore, as beloved children,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/3-17.htm">Philippians 3:17</a></span><br />Join one another in following my example, brothers, and carefully observe those who walk according to the pattern we set for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-21.htm">1 Peter 2:21</a></span><br />For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in His footsteps:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/1-6.htm">1 Thessalonians 1:6</a></span><br />And you became imitators of us and of the Lord when you welcomed the message with the joy of the Holy Spirit, in spite of your great suffering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-6.htm">1 John 2:6</a></span><br />Whoever claims to abide in Him must walk as Jesus walked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-7.htm">Hebrews 13:7</a></span><br />Remember your leaders who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-16.htm">1 Corinthians 4:16</a></span><br />Therefore I urge you to imitate me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/2-14.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:14</a></span><br />For you, brothers, became imitators of the churches of God in Judea that are in Christ Jesus. You suffered from your own countrymen the very things they suffered from the Jews,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-9.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:9</a></span><br />Not that we lack this right, but we wanted to offer ourselves as an example for you to imitate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/13-15.htm">John 13:15</a></span><br />I have set you an example so that you should do as I have done for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/16-24.htm">Matthew 16:24</a></span><br />Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-40.htm">Luke 6:40</a></span><br />A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-3.htm">1 Peter 5:3</a></span><br />not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-5.htm">Romans 15:5</a></span><br />Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you harmony with one another in Christ Jesus,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/4-12.htm">Galatians 4:12</a></span><br />I beg you, brothers, become like me, for I became like you. You have done me no wrong.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Be you followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.</p><p class="hdg">Be ye.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/4-16.htm">1 Corinthians 4:16</a></b></br> Wherefore I beseech you, be ye followers of me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/10-33.htm">1 Corinthians 10:33</a></b></br> Even as I please all <i>men</i> in all <i>things</i>, not seeking mine own profit, but the <i>profit</i> of many, that they may be saved.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philippians/3-17.htm">Philippians 3:17</a></b></br> Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample.</p><p class="hdg">even.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/15-2.htm">Romans 15:2,3</a></b></br> Let every one of us please <i>his</i> neighbour for <i>his</i> good to edification… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Ephesians 5:1,2</a></b></br> Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philippians/2-4.htm">Philippians 2:4,5</a></b></br> Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/10-16.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-11.htm">Example</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-30.htm">Far</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-4.htm">Follow</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-2.htm">Followers</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-16.htm">Imitators</a> <a href="/romans/16-17.htm">Turn</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/11-3.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-8.htm">Example</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-31.htm">Far</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-1.htm">Follow</a> <a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Followers</a> <a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Imitators</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-23.htm">Turn</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">He reproves them, because in holy assemblies,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-4.htm">their men prayed with their heads covered,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-6.htm">and women with their heads uncovered;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-17.htm">and because generally their meetings were not for the better, but for the worse;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-21.htm">as, namely, in profaning with their own feast the Lord's supper.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-25.htm">Lastly, he calls them to the first institution thereof.</a></span><br></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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_corinthians/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_corinthians/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_corinthians/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>You are to imitate me</b><br>Paul, the author of 1 Corinthians, is addressing the believers in Corinth, a city known for its diverse culture and moral challenges. The call to imitate him is rooted in his role as an apostle and spiritual leader. In the Greco-Roman world, discipleship often involved mimicking a teacher's way of life. Paul sets himself as an example, not out of pride, but because he strives to live a life that reflects Christ's teachings. This concept of imitation is also seen in other parts of Paul's writings, such as <a href="/philippians/3-17.htm">Philippians 3:17</a>, where he encourages believers to follow his example and observe those who live according to the pattern he set.<p><b>just as I imitate Christ</b><br>Paul's ultimate model is Jesus Christ, whose life and teachings are the foundation of Christian conduct. By imitating Christ, Paul emphasizes the importance of aligning one's life with the principles and character of Jesus. This imitation involves humility, love, and obedience to God's will, as seen in passages like <a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-8</a>, where Paul describes Christ's humility and obedience. The call to imitate Christ is a central theme in the New Testament, encouraging believers to embody the virtues and mission of Jesus. This phrase underscores the transformative power of Christ's example and the responsibility of believers to reflect His image in their lives.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a></b><br>The author of 1 Corinthians, Paul is writing to the church in Corinth. He is a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a></b><br>A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and moral challenges. The church in Corinth faced various issues, including divisions and moral questions, which Paul addresses in his letters.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>The central figure of Christianity, whose life and teachings are the foundation of Christian faith. Paul emphasizes following Christ's example.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/i/imitation_of_christ.htm">Imitation of Christ</a></b><br>As believers, we are called to model our lives after Christ. This involves studying His life, understanding His teachings, and applying them in our daily actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_spiritual_leaders.htm">Role of Spiritual Leaders</a></b><br>Paul sets an example as a spiritual leader. We should seek out and learn from leaders who genuinely follow Christ, using their lives as a guide to deepen our own faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/personal_accountability.htm">Personal Accountability</a></b><br>While leaders can guide us, each believer is responsible for their own spiritual growth. We must actively pursue Christ-likeness in our personal lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_influence.htm">Community Influence</a></b><br>Our actions influence others. By imitating Christ, we become examples for others in our community, encouraging them to follow Christ as well.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/continuous_growth.htm">Continuous Growth</a></b><br>Imitating Christ is a lifelong journey. We should continually seek to grow in our understanding and application of His teachings.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_long_hair_a_woman's_glory.htm">Is long hair a woman's glory?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/mary,_did_you_know_your_sonand#8217;s_impact.htm">Why did Paul urge imitation of him and Christ?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_modeling.htm">What does the Bible say about Christian modeling?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_imitate_paul_and_christ.htm">Why did Paul urge imitation of him and Christ?</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>XI.</span><p>(1) <span class= "bld">Be ye followers of me.</span>--See concluding Note on 1 Corinthians 10.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 1.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Followers of me;</span> rather, <span class="accented">imitators of me</span>; follow herein my example, as I follow Christ's. What Christ's example was, in that he too "pleased not himself," he sets forth in <a href="/romans/15-1.htm">Romans 15:1-3</a>; and the general principle of self abnegation for the sake of others in <a href="/philippians/2-4.htm">Philippians 2:4-8</a>. This verse ought to be included in ch. 10. It sums up the whole argument, and explains the long digression of ch. 9. <span class="cmt_word">As I also am of Christ.</span> This limits the reference to his own example. I only ask you to imitate me in points in which I imitate Christ. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">You are to</span><br /><span class="grk">γίνεσθε</span> <span class="translit">(ginesthe)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">imitate</span><br /><span class="grk">Μιμηταί</span> <span class="translit">(Mimētai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3402.htm">Strong's 3402: </a> </span><span class="str2">An imitator, follower. From mimeomai; an imitator.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">me,</span><br /><span class="grk">μου</span> <span class="translit">(mou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> </span><span class="str2">I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">just as</span><br /><span class="grk">καθὼς</span> <span class="translit">(kathōs)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2531.htm">Strong's 2531: </a> </span><span class="str2">According to the manner in which, in the degree that, just as, as. From kata and hos; just as, that.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I [imitate]</span><br /><span class="grk">κἀγὼ</span> <span class="translit">(kagō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2504.htm">Strong's 2504: </a> </span><span class="str2">To also, I too, but I. From kai and ego; so also the dative case kamoi, and accusative case kame and I, me.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Christ.</span><br /><span class="grk">Χριστοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(Christou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> </span><span class="str2">Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">1 Corinthians 11:1 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_corinthians/11-1.htm">NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 11:1 Be imitators of me even as (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-33.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Corinthians 10:33"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 10:33" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-2.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Corinthians 11:2"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 11:2" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>