Bible Commentary

Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God. 12. Now we have received ] Literally, we received, i.e. when we became disciples. that we might know ] The word here signifies to … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:12”

For what man knoweth the things of a man, save the spirit of man which is in him? even so the things of God knoweth no man, but the Spirit of God. For what man … – The design of this is, to illustrate what he had just said by a reference to the way … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:11”

But God hath revealed [them] unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God. 10. for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God ] In this and the next verse we gather (1) the personality of the Holy Ghost, (2) His distinction from … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:10”

But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. 9. But as it is written, Eye hath not seen ] There has been much discussion whence these words are derived, but they are … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:9”

Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known [it,] they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 8. which none of the princes of this world knew ] These words seem to be written for the instruction of the class of persons who attach importance to the opinions of … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:8”

But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, [even] the hidden [wisdom,] which God ordained before the world unto our glory: 7. the wisdom of God in a mystery ] The distinction between faith wisdom and knowledge in St Paul’s writings would appear to be this. Faith is the fundamental principle of Christianity, … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:7”

Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to naught: 6. Howbeit we speak wisdom ] Is there, then, no wisdom possible for a Christian? no sphere for the exercise of those faculties of the intellect which we … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:6”

That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God. That your faith – That is, that your belief of the divine origin of the Christian religion. Should not stand – Greek, should not be; that is, should not rest upon this; or be sustained by this. God … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:5”

And my speech and my preaching [was] not with enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: 4. in demonstration of the Spirit and of power ] Not persuasive ( ) arguments, but appeals to the conscience and to the influence of a higher power. It is doubtful whether … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:4”

And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. 3. And I was with you in weakness ] No personal advantages assisted his preaching: no eloquence, save that of deep conviction; no self-confidence; nothing but self-mistrust, anxiety, the deepest sense of unworthiness, combined with an infirmity of body, which was … Continue reading “Exegetical and Hermeneutical Commentary of 1 Corinthians 2:3”