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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/1.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/1.htm">New International Version</a> My brothers and sisters, some from Chloe&#8217s household have informed me that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> For some members of Chloe’s household have told me about your quarrels, my dear brothers and sisters. <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> For it has been reported to me by Chloe’s people that there is quarreling among you, my brothers. <a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> My brothers, some from Chloe’s household have informed me that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For it was shown to me concerning you, my brothers, by those of Chloe, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/1.htm">King James Bible</a> For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, by them which are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/1.htm">New King James Version</a> For it has been declared to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of Chloe’s household, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For I have been informed concerning you, my brothers and sisters, by Chloe’s people, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> For I have been informed concerning you, my brethren, by Chloe&#8217s people, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For I have been informed concerning you, my brethren, by Chloe’s people, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> For I have been informed concerning you, my brothers, by Chloe’s people, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> For I have been informed about you, my brothers and sisters, by those of Chloe’s household, that there are quarrels and factions among you. <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> For it has been reported to me about you, my brothers and sisters, by members of Chloe’s people, that there is rivalry among you. <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> For it has been reported to me about you, my brothers, by members of Chloe&#8217s household, that there is rivalry among you. <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> For it hath been signified unto me concerning you, my brethren, by them that are of the household of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Several people from Chloe's family have already reported to me that you keep arguing with each other. <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> For it hath been signified unto me concerning you, my brethren, by them which are of the household of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Brothers and sisters, some people from Chloe's family have made it clear to me that you are quarreling among yourselves. <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> For some people from Chloe's family have told me quite plainly, my friends, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> My brothers, some members of Chloe's family have made it clear to me that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> My brothers, some from Chloe?s household have informed me that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/net/1_corinthians/1.htm">NET Bible</a> For members of Chloe's household have made it clear to me, my brothers and sisters, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> For it has been reported to me concerning you, my brothers, by those who are from Chloe's household, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> For it hath been declared to me concerning you, my brethren, by them who are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For I have been distinctly informed, my brethren, about you by Chloe's people, that there are dissensions among you. <a href="/web/1_corinthians/1.htm">World English Bible</a> For it has been reported to me concerning you, my brothers, by those who are from Chloe’s household, that there are contentions among you. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for it was signified to me concerning you, my brothers, by those of Chloe, that contentions are among you; <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For it was shown to me concerning you, my brothers, by those of Chloe, that there are quarrels among you. <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for it was signified to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of Chloe, that contentions are among you; <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For it was manifested to me concerning you, my brethren, by them of Chloe, that there are contentions with you.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For it hath been signified unto me, my brethren, of you, by them that are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For it has been indicated to me, about you, my brothers, by those who are with Chloes, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/1.htm">New American Bible</a> For it has been reported to me about you, my brothers, by Chloe’s people, that there are rivalries among you. <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> For it has been reported to me by Chloe’s people that there are quarrels among you, my brothers and sisters.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For I have been informed about you, my brethren, by the household of Chlo'e that there are disputes among you. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For brethren from the house of Kloe sent to me about you, that there is contention among you.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> For it has been made known to me concerning you, my brethren, by the family of Cloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> For it has been revealed to me concerning you, my brethren, by those who are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> For I have been informed concerning you, my brethren, by those of the family of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> for I have been inform'd, my brethren, by some of Chloe's family, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For I have been distinctly informed, my brethren, about you by Chloe's people, that there are dissensions among you. <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> For it was signified to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> For I have been informed concerning you, my brethren, by some of Chloe's family, that there are contentions among you. <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/1-11.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=89" 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">Unity in the Church</a> 10I 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. 11<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason."></a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: mou (PPro-G1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">My</a> <a href="/greek/80.htm" title="80: adelphoi (N-VMP) -- A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote.">brothers,</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hypo (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when)."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">some</a> <a href="/greek/5514.htm" title="5514: Chloēs (N-GFS) -- Feminine of apparently a primary word; green; Chloe, a Christian female.">from Chloe’s household</a> <a href="/greek/1213.htm" title="1213: edēlōthē (V-AIP-3S) -- To show, make clear, reveal. From delos; to make plain.">have informed</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: moi (PPro-D1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">me</a> <a href="/greek/4012.htm" title="4012: peri (Prep) -- From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time."></a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou."></a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: eisin (V-PIA-3P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">there are</a> <a href="/greek/2054.htm" title="2054: erides (N-NFP) -- Contention, strife, wrangling. Of uncertain affinity; a quarrel, i.e. wrangling.">quarrels</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> 12What I mean is this: Individuals among you are saying, “I follow Paul,” “I follow Apollos,” “I follow Cephas,” or “I follow Christ.”…<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="/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="/galatians/5-15.htm">Galatians 5:15</a> But if you keep on biting and devouring one another, watch out, or you will be consumed by one another. <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="/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="/titus/3-9.htm">Titus 3:9-11</a> But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the law, because these things are pointless and worthless. / Reject a divisive man after a first and second admonition, / knowing that such a man is corrupt and sinful; he is self-condemned. <a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31</a> Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. <a href="/colossians/3-8.htm">Colossians 3:8</a> But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. <a href="/matthew/5-9.htm">Matthew 5:9</a> Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. <a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-19</a> There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ... <a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Proverbs 13:10</a> Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised. <a href="/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18</a> A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute. <a href="/proverbs/17-14.htm">Proverbs 17:14</a> To start a quarrel is to release a flood; so abandon the dispute before it breaks out. <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Proverbs 26:20-21</a> Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases. / Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife. <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Proverbs 28:25</a> A greedy man stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For it has been declared to me of you, my brothers, by them which are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you.it hath.<a href="/1_corinthians/11-18.htm">1 Corinthians 11:18</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="/genesis/27-42.htm">Genesis 27:42</a> And these words of Esau her elder son were told to Rebekah: and she sent and called Jacob her younger son, and said unto him, Behold, thy brother Esau, as touching thee, doth comfort himself, purposing to kill thee.<a href="/genesis/37-2.htm">Genesis 37:2</a> These are the generations of Jacob. Joseph, being seventeen years old, was feeding the flock with his brethren; and the lad was with the sons of Bilhah, and with the sons of Zilpah, his father's wives: and Joseph brought unto his father their evil report.that there.<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/6-1.htm">1 Corinthians 6:1-7</a> Dare any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unjust, and not before the saints? … <a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Proverbs 13:10</a> Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/27-15.htm">Contentions</a> <a href="/romans/16-25.htm">Declared</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">Dissensions</a> <a href="/acts/10-3.htm">Distinctly</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-10.htm">Divisions</a> <a href="/romans/16-23.htm">House</a> <a href="/romans/16-11.htm">Household</a> <a href="/acts/26-26.htm">Informed</a> <a href="/romans/13-13.htm">Quarreling</a> <a href="/isaiah/45-9.htm">Quarrels</a> <a href="/romans/3-8.htm">Reported</a> <a href="/john/10-32.htm">Shewn</a> <a href="/acts/23-22.htm">Signified</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-12.htm">Strifes</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/galatians/5-20.htm">Contentions</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/4-4.htm">Declared</a> <a href="/galatians/5-20.htm">Dissensions</a> <a href="/exodus/21-5.htm">Distinctly</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">Divisions</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-16.htm">House</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-16.htm">Household</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-28.htm">Informed</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-3.htm">Quarreling</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-4.htm">Quarrels</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/5-1.htm">Reported</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/4-1.htm">Shewn</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-14.htm">Signified</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">Strifes</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'; </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <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> </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/1.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/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>My brothers Paul often uses familial language to address the believers, emphasizing the unity and equality of all Christians as members of God's family. This reflects the early Christian understanding of the church as a close-knit community, transcending social and ethnic divisions. The term "brothers" includes both men and women, highlighting the inclusive nature of the Christian community.some from Chloe’s household Chloe was likely a prominent figure in the Corinthian church, possibly a wealthy businesswoman whose household included family, servants, and possibly employees. Her household's involvement suggests that she was a person of influence and respect within the community. This mention indicates the interconnectedness of early Christian communities and the role of women in the early church.have informed me Paul's information comes from a reliable source, indicating that he is addressing real and specific issues within the Corinthian church. This reflects the apostolic practice of addressing problems directly and personally, rather than through intermediaries. It also shows the importance of communication and accountability within the church.that there are quarrels among you The Corinthian church was plagued by divisions and disputes, which Paul addresses throughout the letter. These quarrels likely stemmed from various issues, including allegiance to different leaders, social status, and differing interpretations of Christian doctrine. This reflects the challenges of maintaining unity in a diverse and dynamic community. The call for unity is a recurring theme in Paul's letters, as seen in passages like <a href="/ephesians/4-3.htm">Ephesians 4:3-6</a>, where he urges believers to maintain the unity of the Spirit.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who wrote the letter to the Corinthians. He is addressing issues within the church at Corinth. 2. <a href="/topical/c/chloe's_household.htm">Chloe's Household</a> Believers associated with Chloe, who informed Paul about the divisions in the Corinthian church. Chloe is likely a respected member of the Christian community. 3. <a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a> A major city in ancient Greece, known for its diversity and moral challenges. The church in Corinth faced many issues, including divisions and immorality. 4. <a href="/topical/q/quarrels.htm">Quarrels</a> Disputes and divisions among the members of the Corinthian church, which Paul seeks to address and resolve.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_unity.htm">The Importance of Unity</a> Paul emphasizes the need for unity within the church. Divisions weaken the body of Christ and hinder its mission. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_accountability.htm">The Role of Accountability</a> Chloe's household played a crucial role in bringing the issues to Paul's attention. Accountability within the church is vital for addressing and resolving conflicts. <a href="/topical/t/the_dangers_of_division.htm">The Dangers of Division</a> Quarrels and divisions are signs of spiritual immaturity. Believers are called to grow in love and unity, reflecting Christ's nature. <a href="/topical/s/seeking_reconciliation.htm">Seeking Reconciliation</a> When conflicts arise, believers should seek reconciliation and peace, following the teachings of Jesus on forgiveness and love. <a href="/topical/t/the_influence_of_culture.htm">The Influence of Culture</a> The Corinthian church was influenced by the surrounding culture. Christians today must be vigilant against cultural influences that lead to division and compromise.<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/who_was_chloe_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Chloe in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'love_forgets_wrongs'_mean.htm">What does "Love keeps no record of wrongs" mean?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_some_christians_act_worse.htm">Why do many self-proclaimed Christians behave worse than atheists?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_heb._3_13_align_with_early_disputes.htm">How can Hebrews 3:13's call for daily encouragement to avoid sin be reconciled with early Christian communities' doctrinal disputes and divisions?</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>(11) The house of Chloe.--Who Chloe was we cannot tell. Her name was evidently well known to the Corinthians, and some slaves of her household, probably travelling between Ephesus and Corinth, on their owner's business, had brought to St. Paul the account of the distracted state of the church in their city.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 11. - It hath been signified unto me. He had heard these saddening rumours towards the close of his stay in Ephesus. By them which are of the household of Chloe. The Greek only has "by them of Chloe. St. Paul wisely and kindly mentions his authority for these reports. Nothing is known of Chloe or her household. It has been conjectured that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus, Corinthians who were now with St. Paul at Ephesus (<a href="/1_corinthians/16-16.htm">1 Corinthians 16:16</a>), may have been Chloe's slaves or freedmen. Contentions. These are the works of the flesh (<a href="/2_corinthians/12-20.htm">2 Corinthians 12:20</a>; <a href="/galatians/5-20.htm">Galatians 5:20</a>; <a href="/1_timothy/6-4.htm">1 Timothy 6:4</a>). The condition of the Church was the same when St. Clement of Rome wrote to them. He had still to complain of the "strange and alien and, for the elect of God, detest able and unholy spirit of faction which a few rash and self willed persons kindled to such a pitch of dementation" ('Ep. ad Corinthians 1.'). <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/1-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>My μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. brothers, ἀδελφοί (adelphoi) Noun - Vocative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_80.htm">Strong's 80: </a> A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote. some τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. from Chloe’s household Χλόης (Chloēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5514.htm">Strong's 5514: </a> Feminine of apparently a primary word; 'green'; Chloe, a Christian female. have informed ἐδηλώθη (edēlōthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1213.htm">Strong's 1213: </a> To show, make clear, reveal. From delos; to make plain. me μοι (moi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. that ὅτι (hoti) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. there are εἰσιν (eisin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. quarrels ἔριδες (erides) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2054.htm">Strong's 2054: </a> Contention, strife, wrangling. Of uncertain affinity; a quarrel, i.e. wrangling. 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. 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