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Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? <a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/12.htm">New Living Translation</a> Are we all apostles? Are we all prophets? Are we all teachers? Do we all have the power to do miracles? <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/12.htm">English Standard Version</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? <a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/12.htm">King James Bible</a> Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? <a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/12.htm">New King James Version</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all workers of miracles? <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> All are not apostles, are they? All are not prophets, are they? All are not teachers, are they? All are not workers of miracles, are they? <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/12.htm">NASB 1995</a> All are not apostles, are they? All are not prophets, are they? All are not teachers, are they? All are not workers of miracles, are they? <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a> All are not apostles, are they? All are not prophets, are they? All are not teachers, are they? All are not workers of miracles, are they? <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all workers of miracles? <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all workers of miracles? <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all do miracles? <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all do miracles? <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/12.htm">American Standard Version</a> Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Not everyone is an apostle. Not everyone is a prophet. Not everyone is a teacher. Not everyone can work miracles. <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/12.htm">English Revised Version</a> Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Not all believers are apostles, are they? Are all of them prophets? Do all of them teach? Do all of them perform miracles <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Good News Translation</a> They are not all apostles or prophets or teachers. Not everyone has the power to work miracles <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/12.htm">International Standard Version</a> Not all are apostles, are they? Not all are prophets, are they? Not all are teachers, are they? Not all perform miracles, do they? <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? <a href="/net/1_corinthians/12.htm">NET Bible</a> Not all are apostles, are they? Not all are prophets, are they? Not all are teachers, are they? Not all perform miracles, do they? <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all miracle workers? <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Are all Apostles? Are all Prophets? Are all teachers? <a href="/web/1_corinthians/12.htm">World English Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all miracle workers? <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> [Are] all apostles? [Are] all prophets? [Are] all teachers? [Are] all powers? <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all powers? <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Not all sent: not all prophets: not all teachers: not all powers:<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all doctors? <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Are all Apostles? Are all Prophets? Are all Teachers? <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/12.htm">New American Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work mighty deeds? <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles?<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all workers of miracles? <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/12.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Are they all Apostles? Are they all Prophets? Are they all Teachers? Are they all miracle workers?<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/12.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all workers of mighty deeds? <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/12.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Whether are all apostles? whether are all prophets? whether are all teachers? whether are all dynamites? <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/12.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/12.htm">Mace New Testament</a> are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles? <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Are all Apostles? Are all Prophets? Are all teachers? <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/12.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Are all workers of miracles? <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/12.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/12-29.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=2721" 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/12.htm">The Greater Gifts</a> 28And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. 29<a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">Are</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- 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/652.htm" title="652: apostoloi (N-NMP) -- From apostello; a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ.">apostles?</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">Are</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- 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/4396.htm" title="4396: prophētai (N-NMP) -- From a compound of pro and phemi; a foreteller; by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet.">prophets?</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">Are</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- 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/1320.htm" title="1320: didaskaloi (N-NMP) -- A teacher, master. From didasko; an instructor.">teachers?</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">Do</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">all work</a> <a href="/greek/1411.htm" title="1411: dynameis (N-NFP) -- From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power.">miracles?</a> 30Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret?…<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="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11</a> And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, <a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Romans 12:6-8</a> We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; / if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; / if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. <a href="/acts/13-1.htm">Acts 13:1</a> Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul. <a href="/1_corinthians/14-29.htm">1 Corinthians 14:29-32</a> Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said. / And if a revelation comes to someone who is seated, the first speaker should stop. / For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged. ... <a href="/james/3-1.htm">James 3:1</a> Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. <a href="/1_timothy/2-7.htm">1 Timothy 2:7</a> For this reason I was appointed as a preacher, an apostle, and a faithful and true teacher of the Gentiles. I am telling the truth; I am not lying about anything. <a href="/2_timothy/1-11.htm">2 Timothy 1:11</a> to which I was appointed as a preacher, an apostle, and a teacher. <a href="/hebrews/5-12.htm">Hebrews 5:12</a> Although by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to reteach you the basic principles of God’s word. You need milk, not solid food! <a href="/matthew/10-1.htm">Matthew 10:1</a> And calling His twelve disciples to Him, Jesus gave them authority over unclean spirits, so that they could drive them out and heal every disease and sickness. <a href="/luke/6-13.htm">Luke 6:13</a> When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles: <a href="/john/20-21.htm">John 20:21-23</a> Again Jesus said to them, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, so also I am sending you.” / When He had said this, He breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. / If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you withhold forgiveness from anyone, it is withheld.” <a href="/acts/6-2.htm">Acts 6:2-4</a> So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, “It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. / Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them / and will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.” <a href="/acts/8-5.htm">Acts 8:5-6</a> Philip went down to a city in Samaria and proclaimed the Christ to them. / The crowds all paid close attention to Philip’s message and to the signs they saw him perform. <a href="/acts/9-15.htm">Acts 9:15</a> “Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel. <a href="/acts/10-39.htm">Acts 10:39-42</a> We are witnesses of all that He did, both in the land of the Jews and in Jerusalem. And although they put Him to death by hanging Him on a tree, / God raised Him up on the third day and caused Him to be seen— / not by all the people, but by the witnesses God had chosen beforehand, by us who ate and drank with Him after He rose from the dead. ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all workers of miracles?all apostles.<a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">1 Corinthians 12:4-11,14-20</a> Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit… workers.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Apostles</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Miracle</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Miracles</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Miraculous</a> <a href="/acts/7-45.htm">Possession</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-13.htm">Power</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Powers</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Prophets</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Teachers</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-10.htm">Wonders</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-11.htm">Work</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">Workers</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-10.htm">Working</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/15-7.htm">Apostles</a> <a href="/exodus/7-9.htm">Miracle</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-12.htm">Miracles</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-30.htm">Miraculous</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-14.htm">Possession</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-30.htm">Power</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-30.htm">Powers</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-29.htm">Prophets</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/2-17.htm">Teachers</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-12.htm">Wonders</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-10.htm">Work</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/1-24.htm">Workers</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/15-10.htm">Working</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 12</div>1. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-1.htm">Spiritual gifts,</a> 4. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">are diverse,</a> 7. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-7.htm">yet to profit all.</a> 8. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-8.htm">And to that end are diversely bestowed;</a> 12. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">as the members of a natural body tend all to the mutual decency,</a> 22. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-22.htm">service,</a> 26. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-26.htm">and helpfulness of the same body;</a> 27. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-27.htm">so we should do for one another, to make up the body of Christ.</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/12.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/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Are all apostles? The role of an apostle in the early church was foundational, as apostles were directly commissioned by Christ and were witnesses to His resurrection. The term "apostle" means "one who is sent," and in the New Testament, it primarily refers to the Twelve and Paul. Apostles were responsible for establishing churches and providing authoritative teaching. The rhetorical question here implies that not everyone in the church holds this office, emphasizing the diversity of spiritual gifts and roles within the body of Christ. This aligns with <a href="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11</a>, where apostles are listed among the gifts given to the church for its edification.Are all prophets? Prophets in the New Testament context were those who received direct revelation from God to communicate His will to the church. This role was crucial for guidance and edification, especially before the New Testament canon was completed. The question suggests that not all believers are called to be prophets, highlighting the unique and specific nature of this gift. In <a href="/1_corinthians/14-3.htm">1 Corinthians 14:3</a>, prophecy is described as speaking to people for their strengthening, encouragement, and comfort, indicating its vital role in the early church.Are all teachers? Teaching is a spiritual gift that involves explaining and applying the truths of Scripture. Teachers play a critical role in the spiritual growth and maturity of believers. The question underscores that not everyone is equipped with the gift of teaching, which requires a deep understanding of Scripture and the ability to communicate it effectively. <a href="/james/3.htm">James 3:1</a> warns that teachers will be judged more strictly, indicating the responsibility and accountability associated with this role.Do all work miracles? Miracles in the New Testament served as signs to authenticate the message of the gospel and the authority of the apostles. The ability to perform miracles was not given to every believer, as indicated by this rhetorical question. Miracles were a demonstration of God's power and were often used to confirm the truth of the apostles' teaching, as seen in <a href="/acts/2-43.htm">Acts 2:43</a> and <a href="/hebrews/2-4.htm">Hebrews 2:4</a>. The diversity of gifts, including the working of miracles, points to the sovereignty of the Holy Spirit in distributing gifts according to His will for the common good of the church.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/apostles.htm">Apostles</a> These were the foundational leaders in the early church, chosen by Jesus or the Holy Spirit, to spread the Gospel and establish churches. The term "apostle" comes from the Greek word "apostolos," meaning "one who is sent." 2. <a href="/topical/p/prophets.htm">Prophets</a> Individuals in the early church who were given the gift of prophecy, which involved speaking God's truth and sometimes foretelling future events. The Greek word "prophetes" means "one who speaks forth." 3. <a href="/topical/t/teachers.htm">Teachers</a> Those who were gifted in explaining and instructing others in the doctrines of the Christian faith. The Greek word "didaskalos" refers to an instructor or master. 4. <a href="/topical/m/miracles.htm">Miracles</a> Supernatural acts performed by individuals through the power of the Holy Spirit to confirm the message of the Gospel. The Greek word "dunamis" is often used for "miracles," meaning "power" or "mighty work." 5. <a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a> A major city in ancient Greece where the Apostle Paul established a church. The city was known for its diversity and moral challenges, which influenced the issues addressed in Paul's letters.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/d/diversity_of_gifts.htm">Diversity of Gifts</a> Recognize that God has given different gifts to different people within the church. Not everyone is called to be an apostle, prophet, or teacher, but each role is vital for the church's health and mission. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a> Embrace the diversity of gifts as a strength that contributes to the unity and growth of the church. Each member should value and support the gifts of others. <a href="/topical/p/purpose_of_gifts.htm">Purpose of Gifts</a> Understand that spiritual gifts are given for the edification of the church and the advancement of the Gospel, not for personal glory or status. <a href="/topical/s/seek_your_role.htm">Seek Your Role</a> Encourage believers to seek God's guidance in identifying and developing their spiritual gifts, so they can effectively serve in their God-given roles. <a href="/topical/m/mutual_dependence.htm">Mutual Dependence</a> Foster a culture of mutual dependence within the church, where each member relies on others' gifts to fulfill the church's mission.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 12</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_gift_of_helps.htm">What is the Gift of Helps?</a> <a href="/q/why_was_polycarp_martyred.htm">What is the Gift of Administration?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_fruit_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">What are the Fruit of the Holy Spirit?</a> <a href="/q/why_no_early_christian_signs_evidence.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28 - Why is there no concrete historical or archeological evidence of early Christian believers performing signs and wonders on a large scale?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/12.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 29. - Are all apostles? etc. It is God's providence which "has appointed divers orders in his Church," and has "ordained and constituted the services of angels and of men in a wonderful order." <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>[Are] μὴ (mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. all πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <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. apostles? ἀπόστολοι (apostoloi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_652.htm">Strong's 652: </a> From apostello; a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ. [Are] μὴ (mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. all πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <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. prophets? προφῆται (prophētai) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4396.htm">Strong's 4396: </a> From a compound of pro and phemi; a foreteller; by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet. [Are] μὴ (mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. all πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <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. teachers? διδάσκαλοι (didaskaloi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1320.htm">Strong's 1320: </a> A teacher, master. From didasko; an instructor. [Do] μὴ (mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. all [work] πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <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. miracles? δυνάμεις (dynameis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1411.htm">Strong's 1411: </a> From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">1 Corinthians 12:29 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-29.htm">NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 12:29 Are all apostles? 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