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You say, “I am allowed to do anything”—but not everything is beneficial. <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> “All things are lawful,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful,” but not all things build up. <a href="/bsb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> “Everything is permissible,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible,” but not everything is edifying. <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> "All things are lawful," but not all things are profitable; "All things are lawful," but not all edify. <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/10.htm">King James Bible</a> All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. <a href="/nkjv/1_corinthians/10.htm">New King James Version</a> All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify. <a href="/nasb_/1_corinthians/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> All things are permitted, but not all things are of benefit. All things are permitted, but not all things build people up. <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> All things are lawful, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful, but not all things edify. <a href="/nasb77/1_corinthians/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> All things are lawful, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful, but not all things edify. <a href="/lsb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> All things are lawful, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful, but not all things build up. <a href="/amp/1_corinthians/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> All things are lawful [that is, morally legitimate, permissible], but not all things are beneficial or advantageous. All things are lawful, but not all things are constructive [to character] and edifying [to spiritual life]. <a href="/csb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> “Everything is permissible,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible,” but not everything builds up. <a href="/hcsb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Everything is permissible,&#8221 but not everything is helpful. &#8220Everything is permissible,&#8221 but not everything builds up. <a href="/asv/1_corinthians/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> All things are lawful; but not all things are expedient. All things are lawful; but not all things edify. <a href="/cev/1_corinthians/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Some of you say, "We can do whatever we want to!" But I tell you not everything may be good or helpful. <a href="/erv/1_corinthians/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> All things are lawful; but all things are not expedient. All things are lawful; but all things edify not. <a href="/gwt/1_corinthians/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Someone may say, "I'm allowed to do anything," but not everything is helpful. I'm allowed to do anything, but not everything encourages growth. <a href="/gnt/1_corinthians/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> "We are allowed to do anything," so they say. That is true, but not everything is good. "We are allowed to do anything"--but not everything is helpful. <a href="/isv/1_corinthians/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> Everything is permissible, but not everything is helpful. Everything is permissible, but not everything builds up. <a href="/msb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> ?Everything is permissible for me,? but not everything is beneficial. ?Everything is permissible for me,? but not everything is edifying. <a href="/net/1_corinthians/10.htm">NET Bible</a> "Everything is lawful," but not everything is beneficial. "Everything is lawful," but not everything builds others up. <a href="/nheb/1_corinthians/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> "All things are lawful," but not all things are profitable. "All things are lawful," but not all things build up. <a href="/wbt/1_corinthians/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Everything is allowable, but not everything is profitable. Everything is allowable, but everything does not build others up. <a href="/web/1_corinthians/10.htm">World English Bible</a> “All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are profitable. “All things are lawful for me,” but not all things build up. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_corinthians/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> All things are lawful to me, but not all things are profitable; all things are lawful to me, but not all things build up; <a href="/blb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> "All things are lawful," but not all things are profitable; "All things are lawful," but not all edify. <a href="/ylt/1_corinthians/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> All things to me are lawful, but all things are not profitable; all things to me are lawful, but all things do not build up; <a href="/slt/1_corinthians/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> All things are lawful to me, but all are not profitable: all things are lawful to me, but all build not the house.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_corinthians/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> All things are lawful for me, but all things do not edify. <a href="/cpdv/1_corinthians/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> All is lawful to me, but not all is edifying. <a href="/nabre/1_corinthians/10.htm">New American Bible</a> “Everything is lawful,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is lawful,” but not everything builds up. <a href="/nrsvce/1_corinthians/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> “All things are lawful,” but not all things are beneficial. “All things are lawful,” but not all things build up.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_corinthians/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Everything is lawful for me, but not everything is expedient: everything is lawful for me, but everything does not edify. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_corinthians/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Everything is legal to me, but not everything is advantageous. Everything is legal to me, but not everything edifies.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/1_corinthians/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> All meats are lawful for me; but all are not profitable; all are lawful, but all do not edify. <a href="/godbey/1_corinthians/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> All things are lawful; but all things are not profitable. All things are lawful; but all things do not edify. <a href="/haweis/1_corinthians/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> All things are lawful for me, but all things are not profitable; all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. <a href="/mace/1_corinthians/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> are all things lawful for me? yet all things are not expedient: are all things lawful for me? yet all things do not edify. <a href="/wey/1_corinthians/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Everything is allowable, but not everything is profitable. Everything is allowable, but everything does not build others up. <a href="/worrell/1_corinthians/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> All things are lawful, but not all things are profitable; all things are lawful, but not all things build up. <a href="/worsley/1_corinthians/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> If all things be lawful for me, yet all things are not expedient: all things may be lawful for me, but all things do not edify. <a href="/parallel/1_corinthians/10-23.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=2120" 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/10.htm">All to God's Glory</a> 22Are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? 23<a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: Panta (Adj-NNP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">“Everything</a> <a href="/greek/1832.htm" title="1832: exestin (V-PIA-3S) -- It is permitted, lawful, possible. ">is permissible,”</a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: all’ (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">but</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: panta (Adj-NNP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">everything</a> <a href="/greek/4851.htm" title="4851: sympherei (V-PIA-3S) -- From sun and phero; to bear together, i.e. to collect, or to conduce; especially advantage.">is beneficial.</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: Panta (Adj-NNP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">“Everything</a> <a href="/greek/1832.htm" title="1832: exestin (V-PIA-3S) -- It is permitted, lawful, possible. ">is permissible,”</a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: all’ (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">but</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.">not</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: panta (Adj-NNP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">everything</a> <a href="/greek/3618.htm" title="3618: oikodomei (V-PIA-3S) -- From the same as oikodome; to be a house-builder, i.e. Construct or confirm.">is edifying.</a> 24No one should seek his own good, but the good of others.…<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="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">1 Corinthians 6:12</a> “Everything is permissible for me,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible for me,” but I will not be mastered by anything. <a href="/romans/14-14.htm">Romans 14:14-23</a> I am convinced and fully persuaded in the Lord Jesus that nothing is unclean in itself. But if anyone regards something as unclean, then for him it is unclean. / If your brother is distressed by what you eat, you are no longer acting in love. Do not by your eating destroy your brother, for whom Christ died. / Do not allow what you consider good, then, to be spoken of as evil. ... <a href="/galatians/5-13.htm">Galatians 5:13</a> For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love. <a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Philippians 4:8</a> Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things. <a href="/1_corinthians/8-9.htm">1 Corinthians 8:9-13</a> Be careful, however, that your freedom does not become a stumbling block to the weak. / For if someone with a weak conscience sees you who are well informed eating in an idol’s temple, will he not be encouraged to eat food sacrificed to idols? / So this weak brother, for whom Christ died, is destroyed by your knowledge. ... <a href="/romans/15-1.htm">Romans 15:1-2</a> We who are strong ought to bear with the shortcomings of the weak and not to please ourselves. / Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-21.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:21-22</a> but test all things. Hold fast to what is good. / Abstain from every form of evil. <a href="/ephesians/5-10.htm">Ephesians 5:10</a> Test and prove what pleases the Lord. <a href="/1_peter/2-16.htm">1 Peter 2:16</a> Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God. <a href="/galatians/6-2.htm">Galatians 6:2</a> Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. <a href="/matthew/7-12.htm">Matthew 7:12</a> In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets. <a href="/romans/13-10.htm">Romans 13:10</a> Love does no wrong to its neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. <a href="/1_john/3-18.htm">1 John 3:18</a> Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth. <a href="/hebrews/10-24.htm">Hebrews 10:24</a> And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. <a href="/james/2-8.htm">James 2:8</a> If you really fulfill the royal law stated in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing well.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not.things are lawful.<a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">1 Corinthians 6:12</a> All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.<a href="/1_corinthians/8-9.htm">1 Corinthians 8:9</a> But take heed lest by any means this liberty of yours become a stumblingblock to them that are weak.<a href="/romans/14-15.htm">Romans 14:15,20</a> But if thy brother be grieved with thy meat, now walkest thou not charitably. Destroy not him with thy meat, for whom Christ died… edify.<a href="/1_corinthians/8-1.htm">1 Corinthians 8:1</a> Now as touching things offered unto idols, we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth.<a href="/1_corinthians/14-3.htm">1 Corinthians 14:3-5,12,17,26</a> But he that prophesieth speaketh unto men to edification, and exhortation, and comfort… <a href="/romans/14-19.htm">Romans 14:19</a> Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Allowable</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Beneficial</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-12.htm">Build</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-13.htm">Common</a> <a href="/romans/15-2.htm">Edify</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Expedient</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-21.htm">Free</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-23.htm">Good</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Helpful</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Lawful</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/9-27.htm">Others</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Permissible</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">Profitable</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-15.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/22-17.htm">Allowable</a> <a href="/1_samuel/19-4.htm">Beneficial</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-26.htm">Build</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-7.htm">Common</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/14-4.htm">Edify</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-10.htm">Expedient</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-29.htm">Free</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-24.htm">Good</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-11.htm">Helpful</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/12-4.htm">Lawful</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-24.htm">Others</a> <a href="/john/5-10.htm">Permissible</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-10.htm">Profitable</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/10-12.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">1 Corinthians 10</div>1. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-1.htm">The sacraments of the Jews are types of ours;</a> 7. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-7.htm">and their punishments,</a> 11. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-11.htm">examples for us.</a> 13. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-13.htm">We must flee from idolatry.</a> 21. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-21.htm">We must not make the Lord's table the table of demons;</a> 24. <a href="/1_corinthians/10-24.htm">and in all things we must have regard for our brothers.</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/10.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/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>“Everything is permissible,” This phrase reflects a common saying among the Corinthians, possibly used to justify their actions. In the context of Corinth, a city known for its diverse culture and moral laxity, this saying might have been used to rationalize behaviors that were not in line with Christian teachings. The phrase suggests a sense of freedom, which is a recurring theme in Paul's letters, particularly in relation to the law and Christian liberty (<a href="/galatians/5-13.htm">Galatians 5:13</a>). However, Paul emphasizes that Christian freedom is not a license for sin or selfishness.but not everything is beneficial. Paul introduces a principle of discernment, urging believers to consider the impact of their actions. The term "beneficial" implies a focus on what is truly good and constructive for oneself and others. This echoes the wisdom literature of the Old Testament, such as Proverbs, which often contrasts wise and foolish behavior. The idea is that while Christians may have the freedom to do many things, they should prioritize actions that promote spiritual growth and the well-being of the community (<a href="/philippians/1-9.htm">Philippians 1:9-10</a>).“Everything is permissible,” Reiterating the Corinthian slogan, Paul acknowledges the concept of Christian liberty. However, he challenges the believers to think beyond mere permission. This repetition serves to emphasize the need for a deeper understanding of freedom in Christ, which is not about indulging in every desire but about living a life that honors God and reflects His character (<a href="/1_peter/2-16.htm">1 Peter 2:16</a>).but not everything is edifying. The term "edifying" refers to building up, particularly in a spiritual sense. Paul encourages the Corinthians to consider whether their actions contribute to the spiritual growth of themselves and others. This aligns with his teachings in other letters, such as <a href="/ephesians/4-29.htm">Ephesians 4:29</a>, where he advises believers to speak and act in ways that build up the body of Christ. The focus is on community and mutual edification, reflecting the interconnectedness of the church as the body of Christ (<a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">1 Corinthians 12:12-27</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/apostle_paul.htm">Apostle Paul</a> The author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth, a city known for its diverse culture and moral challenges. 2. <a href="/topical/c/corinth.htm">Corinth</a> A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth, commerce, and moral laxity, which presented unique challenges for the early Christian community. 3. <a href="/topical/c/corinthian_church.htm">Corinthian Church</a> The recipients of Paul's letter, struggling with issues of morality, idolatry, and divisions within the church.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/c/christian_liberty_and_responsibility.htm">Christian Liberty and Responsibility</a> While Christians have freedom in Christ, this freedom should be exercised with responsibility, considering the impact on oneself and others. <a href="/topical/d/discernment_in_decision-making.htm">Discernment in Decision-Making</a> Believers are called to discern what is beneficial and edifying, not just what is permissible, in their daily choices. <a href="/topical/e/edification_of_the_body.htm">Edification of the Body</a> Actions should be evaluated based on their ability to build up the church and contribute to the spiritual growth of others. <a href="/topical/a/avoiding_stumbling_blocks.htm">Avoiding Stumbling Blocks</a> Consideration should be given to how one's actions might affect the faith and conscience of fellow believers. <a href="/topical/p/pursuing_holiness.htm">Pursuing Holiness</a> The ultimate goal of Christian freedom is to pursue holiness and reflect Christ's character in all aspects of life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_corinthians_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 10</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_church_sin.htm">Is everything permissible also beneficial?</a> <a href="/q/is_'all_lawful'_a_license_to_sin.htm">Does "all things lawful" permit us to sin?</a> <a href="/q/is_all_permissible_beneficial.htm">Is everything permissible also beneficial?</a> <a href="/q/can_christians_play_video_games.htm">Should Christians engage in playing video games?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_corinthians/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(23) All things are lawful for me.--The Apostle now proceeds to conclude, with some practical direction and advice, the question of the eating of meat offered to idols, from which immediate subject the strong expression of personal feeling in <a href="/1_corinthians/8-13.htm" title="Why, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world stands, lest I make my brother to offend.">1Corinthians 8:13</a> had led him to branch off into the various aspects of collateral matters which have occupied him since, and to which the subject treated of in <a href="/context/1_corinthians/10-14.htm" title="Why, my dearly beloved, flee from idolatry.">1Corinthians 10:14-22</a> of this chapter naturally lead back the thoughts of the writer. He repeats here the great principle of Christian liberty, "All things are lawful for me" (see <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm" title="All things are lawful to me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.">1Corinthians 6:12</a>), but insists, as before, that its application must be limited by a regard (1) to the effect which each action has upon ourselves, and (2) its influence on the Church at large. "Does this act tend to my own spiritual profit? Does it tend to build up others?" should be the practical rules of Christian life.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_corinthians/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 23. - All things are lawful for me (see <a href="/1_corinthians/6-12.htm">1 Corinthians 6:12</a>). The "for me" is not found in א, A, B, C, D. St. Paul repeats the assertion and its limitations, because he has now proved their force. He has shown that Christian liberty must be modified by considerations of expediency and edification in accordance with the feelings of sympathy and charity. <a href="/commentaries/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>“Everything Πάντα (Panta) Adjective - Nominative Neuter 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. is permissible,” ἔξεστιν (exestin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1832.htm">Strong's 1832: </a> It is permitted, lawful, possible. but ἀλλ’ (all’) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. not οὐ (ou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. everything πάντα (panta) Adjective - Nominative Neuter 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. is beneficial. συμφέρει (sympherei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4851.htm">Strong's 4851: </a> From sun and phero; to bear together, i.e. to collect, or to conduce; especially advantage. “Everything Πάντα (Panta) Adjective - Nominative Neuter 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. is permissible,” ἔξεστιν (exestin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1832.htm">Strong's 1832: </a> It is permitted, lawful, possible. but ἀλλ’ (all’) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. not οὐ (ou) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. everything πάντα (panta) Adjective - Nominative Neuter 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. is edifying. οἰκοδομεῖ (oikodomei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3618.htm">Strong's 3618: </a> From the same as oikodome; to be a house-builder, i.e. Construct or confirm. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">1 Corinthians 10:23 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/10-23.htm">NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 10:23 All things are lawful for me (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-22.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Corinthians 10:22"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 10:22" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-24.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Corinthians 10:24"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Corinthians 10:24" /></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>