1 Corinthians 13:5

1 Corinthians · New Testament · Chapter 13

“Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;”1 Corinthians 13:5

1 Corinthians 13:5 in Context

1 Corinthians 13:5 is found in the book of 1 Corinthians, chapter 13, verse 5 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 Self-Control.

For what this passage means in its context, read the full study: What Does 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Mean? Context & Commentary.

Cross-References (20)

These passages are connected to 1 Corinthians 13:5 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

1 Corinthians 10:24“Let no man seek his own, but every man another’s wealth.”Philippians 2:3“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”1 John 3:16“Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.”James 1:19“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:”Philippians 2:21“For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ’s.”Galatians 6:1“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”Philippians 4:8“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”Romans 15:1“We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves.”Galatians 5:13“For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.”Romans 15:2“Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification.”1 Corinthians 12:25“That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.”2 Corinthians 5:19“To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.”1 Corinthians 10:33“Even as I please all men in all things, not seeking mine own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved.”Matthew 5:22“But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.”Romans 14:12“So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God.”1 Corinthians 8:13“Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend.”Numbers 32:6“And Moses said unto the children of Gad and to the children of Reuben, Shall your brethren go to war, and shall ye sit here?”1 Corinthians 11:18“For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it.”Luke 7:39“Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were a prophet, would have known who and what manner of woman this is that toucheth him: for she is a sinner.”Acts 11:29“Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea:”

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