1 Corinthians 1:26
1 Corinthians · New Testament · Chapter 1
“For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called:”1 Corinthians 1:26
What Does 1 Corinthians 1:26 Mean?
1 Corinthians 1:26 is found in the book of 1 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 26 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Identity, and Spiritual Gifts.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to 1 Corinthians 1:26 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
James 2:5“Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him?”1 Corinthians 3:18“Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise.”Luke 1:48“For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.”Romans 9:16“So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.”Mark 10:23“And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!”1 Corinthians 2:8“Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.”James 1:9“Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:”Matthew 11:25“At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.”Job 32:9“Great men are not always wise: neither do the aged understand judgment.”Ecclesiastes 9:16“Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength: nevertheless the poor man’s wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard.”Luke 10:21“In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes: even so, Father; for so it seemed good in thy sight.”Luke 18:24“And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!”1 Corinthians 1:20“Where is the wise? where is the scribe? where is the disputer of this world? hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world?”Isaiah 41:9“Thou whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, and called thee from the chief men thereof, and said unto thee, Thou art my servant; I have chosen thee, and not cast thee away.”Luke 1:53“He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away.”Job 37:24“Men do therefore fear him: he respecteth not any that are wise of heart.”Matthew 19:23“Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven.”2 Kings 5:4“And one went in, and told his lord, saying, Thus and thus said the maid that is of the land of Israel.”Zephaniah 3:12“I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.”Luke 1:3“It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,”
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