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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> but to those whom God has called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> But to those called by God to salvation, both Jews and Gentiles, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> but those called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/1.htm">King James Bible</a> But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/1.htm">New King James Version</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks (Gentiles), Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Yet to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God, <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Yet to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is God&#8217s power and God&#8217s wisdom, <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> but unto them that are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Our message is God's power and wisdom for the Jews and the Greeks that he has chosen. <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> but unto them that are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> But to those Jews and Greeks who are called, he is Christ, God's power and God's wisdom. <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> but for those whom God has called, both Jews and Gentiles, this message is Christ, who is the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, the Messiah is God's power and God's wisdom. <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/net/1_corinthians/1.htm">NET Bible</a> But to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But to them who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but to those who have received the Call, whether Jews or Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/web/1_corinthians/1.htm">World English Bible</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God; <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and to those called—both Jews and Greeks—Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God, <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> but those called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and to those called -- both Jews and Greeks -- Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God, <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And to these the called, to both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and wisdom of God.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> But unto them that are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But to those who have been called, Jews as well as Greeks, the Christ is the virtue of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/1.htm">New American Bible</a> but to those who are called, Jews and Greeks alike, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But for those who are called, both Jews and Syrians, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But to those who are called, Jews and Aramaeans, The Messiah is the power of God and the wisdom of God.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ, the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> but to you who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> but to those who are called, whether Jews or Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> both Jews and Gentiles, he is the Christ, the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but to those who have received the Call, whether Jews or Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/1-24.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=203" 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">The Message of the Cross</a> …23but we preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, 24<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">but</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">to those</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">who</a> <a href="/greek/2822.htm" title="2822: klētois (Adj-DMP) -- From the same as klesis; invited, i.e. Appointed, or, a saint.">are called,</a> <a href="/greek/5037.htm" title="5037: te (Conj) -- And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.">both</a> <a href="/greek/2453.htm" title="2453: Ioudaiois (Adj-DMP) -- Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah.">Jews</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1672.htm" title="1672: Hellēsin (N-DMP) -- From Hellas; a Hellen or inhabitant of Hellas; by extension a Greek-speaking person, especially a non-Jew.">Greeks,</a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christon (N-AMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">Christ</a> <a href="/greek/1411.htm" title="1411: dynamin (N-AFS) -- From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power.">the power</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">of God</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/4678.htm" title="4678: sophian (N-AFS) -- Wisdom, insight, skill (human or divine), intelligence. From sophos; wisdom.">the wisdom</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">of God.</a> 25For the foolishness of God is wiser than man’s wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than man’s strength.…<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="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a> in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. <a href="/romans/1-16.htm">Romans 1:16</a> I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. <a href="/proverbs/8-1.htm">Proverbs 8:1-36</a> Does not wisdom call out, and understanding raise her voice? / On the heights overlooking the road, at the crossroads she takes her stand. / Beside the gates to the city, at the entrances she cries out: ... <a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a> The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a> For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. <a href="/john/1-1.htm">John 1:1-3</a> In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made. <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Ephesians 3:10</a> His purpose was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, <a href="/matthew/11-19.htm">Matthew 11:19</a> The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at this glutton and drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ But wisdom is vindicated by her actions.” <a href="/luke/11-49.htm">Luke 11:49</a> Because of this, the wisdom of God said, ‘I will send them prophets and apostles; some of them they will kill and others they will persecute.’ <a href="/isaiah/28-29.htm">Isaiah 28:29</a> This also comes from the LORD of Hosts, who is wonderful in counsel and excellent in wisdom. <a href="/isaiah/40-13.htm">Isaiah 40:13-14</a> Who has directed the Spirit of the LORD, or informed Him as His counselor? / Whom did He consult to enlighten Him, and who taught Him the paths of justice? Who imparted knowledge to Him and showed Him the way of understanding? <a href="/romans/16-25.htm">Romans 16:25-27</a> Now to Him who is able to strengthen you by my gospel and by the proclamation of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery concealed for ages past / but now revealed and made known through the writings of the prophets by the command of the eternal God, in order to lead all nations to the obedience that comes from faith— / to the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen. <a href="/2_corinthians/4-6.htm">2 Corinthians 4:6</a> For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. <a href="/hebrews/1-3.htm">Hebrews 1:3</a> The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word. After He had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high. <a href="/isaiah/42-1.htm">Isaiah 42:1</a> “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But to them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God.called.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-2.htm">1 Corinthians 1:2,9</a> Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours: … <a href="/luke/7-35.htm">Luke 7:35</a> But wisdom is justified of all her children.<a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28-30</a> And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose… the power.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-18.htm">1 Corinthians 1:18</a> For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.<a href="/romans/1-4.htm">Romans 1:4,16</a> And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead: … the wisdom.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-30.htm">1 Corinthians 1:30</a> But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:<a href="/proverbs/8-1.htm">Proverbs 8:1,22-30</a> Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? … <a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a> In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/1-23.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-21.htm">God's</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-23.htm">Greeks</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-23.htm">Jews</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-18.htm">Power</a> <a href="/romans/16-17.htm">Received</a> <a href="/romans/16-13.htm">Selection</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-16.htm">Whether</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-22.htm">Wisdom</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_corinthians/1-30.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-26.htm">God's</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-32.htm">Greeks</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-20.htm">Jews</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-1.htm">Power</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/2-12.htm">Received</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-27.htm">Selection</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-12.htm">Whether</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-25.htm">Wisdom</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>but to those who are called This phrase refers to individuals who have responded to God's invitation to salvation. In the biblical context, "called" often signifies those who have been chosen by God for a specific purpose or destiny (<a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28-30</a>). The calling is not based on human merit but on God's grace and sovereign will. This concept is rooted in the Old Testament, where God called Israel as His chosen people (<a href="/isaiah/43.htm">Isaiah 43:1</a>). In the New Testament, this calling extends to all who believe in Christ, transcending ethnic and cultural boundaries.both Jews and Greeks This phrase highlights the inclusivity of the Gospel message. In the first-century context, Jews and Greeks represented the two primary cultural groups within the early church. Jews were the descendants of Abraham, bound by the covenant and the Law of Moses, while Greeks (or Gentiles) were non-Jews, often seen as outsiders to the covenant promises. The inclusion of both groups signifies the breaking down of the dividing wall of hostility (<a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14</a>) and the fulfillment of God's promise to bless all nations through Abraham's seed (<a href="/genesis/12-3.htm">Genesis 12:3</a>). This reflects the universal scope of the Gospel, as seen in the Great Commission (<a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19</a>).Christ the power of God This phrase emphasizes that Christ embodies the power of God, which is contrary to human expectations of power. In the Greco-Roman world, power was often associated with military might or political influence. However, the power of God is demonstrated through the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, which appears as foolishness to those who do not believe (<a href="/1_corinthians/1-18.htm">1 Corinthians 1:18</a>). This power is transformative, bringing salvation and new life to believers (<a href="/romans/1-16.htm">Romans 1:16</a>). It also fulfills Old Testament prophecies of a Messiah who would deliver and restore God's people (Isaiah 53).and the wisdom of God Here, Christ is identified as the wisdom of God, contrasting with human wisdom. In Jewish tradition, wisdom is personified in the book of Proverbs and is associated with the fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). Greek culture highly valued philosophical wisdom, yet Paul asserts that true wisdom is found in Christ, who reveals God's redemptive plan. This wisdom is hidden from the wise and learned but revealed to those with childlike faith (<a href="/matthew/11-25.htm">Matthew 11:25</a>). It fulfills the prophecy of a coming Messiah who would embody divine wisdom (<a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of 1 Corinthians, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles that form a significant portion of the New Testament. 2. <a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a> A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and diversity. The church in Corinth faced many challenges, including divisions and moral issues, which Paul addresses in his letters. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jews_and_greeks.htm">Jews and Greeks</a> Represents the two primary groups in the early church. Jews were the original recipients of God's covenant, while Greeks (Gentiles) were being grafted into the faith through Christ. 4. <a href="/topical/c/christ.htm">Christ</a> Central to the message of the gospel, Jesus Christ is presented as both the power and wisdom of God, transcending human understanding and cultural divisions. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_called.htm">The Called</a> Refers to those who have responded to God's invitation to salvation, encompassing both Jews and Greeks, highlighting the universality of the gospel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a> The gospel transcends cultural and ethnic boundaries, uniting Jews and Greeks in Christ. Believers today are called to embrace this unity, recognizing that Christ is the common foundation. <a href="/topical/c/christ_as_the_ultimate_source.htm">Christ as the Ultimate Source</a> In a world that often seeks wisdom and power in human achievements, Christians are reminded that true wisdom and power are found in Christ alone. <a href="/topical/r/responding_to_the_call.htm">Responding to the Call</a> Being "called" involves a response to God's invitation. Believers are encouraged to live out their calling with the understanding that they are empowered by Christ. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_the_gospel.htm">The Power of the Gospel</a> The transformative power of the gospel should be evident in the lives of believers, demonstrating God's wisdom and strength in everyday situations. <a href="/topical/l/living_with_purpose.htm">Living with Purpose</a> Understanding Christ as the power and wisdom of God should inspire believers to live purposefully, seeking to reflect His character in all aspects of life.<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/is_god_inherently_self-centered.htm">What does 'The Message of the Cross is Foolishness' mean?</a> <a href="/q/is_sophia_the_embodiment_of_wisdom.htm">Is Sophia the embodiment of wisdom?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_divine_wisdom_and_unity.htm">What is the nature of divine wisdom and unity?</a> <a href="/q/does_proverbs_2's_similarity_affect_its_divinity.htm">If Proverbs 2 shares thematic similarities with other ancient wisdom texts, does that undermine its uniqueness or divine origin?</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>(24) Them which are called.--St. Paul always speaks of all Christians as "the called," not using that word in the narrower sense to which some modern religious sects have restricted it.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 24. - Unto them that are called (see <a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a>); literally, to the called themselves. Both Jews and Greeks. Henceforth the middle wall of partition between them is thrown down, and there is no difference (<a href="/romans/9-24.htm">Romans 9:24</a>). Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. These words are a summary of the gospel. St. Paul is the best commentator on himself. He speaks elsewhere of "the exceeding greatness of God's power to usward who believe which he wrought in Christ" (<a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Ephesians 1:17-20</a>), and of "all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge" as being "hid in Christ" (<a href="/colossians/2-3.htm">Colossians 2:3</a>). And the world, once so scornful, has learnt that Christ is indeed the Power of God. When Rudolph of Hapsburgh was being crowned, and in the hurry no sceptre could be found, he seized a crucifix, and swore that that should be his only sceptre. When St. Thomas of Aquinum asked St. Bonaventura what was the source of his immense learning, he pointed in silence to his crucifix. <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>but δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. to those αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. who τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative 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. are called, κλητοῖς (klētois) Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2822.htm">Strong's 2822: </a> From the same as klesis; invited, i.e. Appointed, or, a saint. both τε (te) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_5037.htm">Strong's 5037: </a> And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also. Jews Ἰουδαίοις (Ioudaiois) Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2453.htm">Strong's 2453: </a> Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Greeks, Ἕλλησιν (Hellēsin) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1672.htm">Strong's 1672: </a> From Hellas; a Hellen or inhabitant of Hellas; by extension a Greek-speaking person, especially a non-Jew. Christ Χριστὸν (Christon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. [the] power δύναμιν (dynamin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1411.htm">Strong's 1411: </a> From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power. of God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [the] wisdom σοφίαν (sophian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4678.htm">Strong's 4678: </a> Wisdom, insight, skill (human or divine), intelligence. From sophos; wisdom. of God. Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">1 Corinthians 1:24 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/1-24.htm">NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 1:24 But to those who are called both (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-23.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Corinthians 1:23"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 1:23" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-25.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Corinthians 1:25"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 1:25" /></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>