King James Version
What Does 1 Corinthians 13:5 Mean?
“Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;”
Context
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And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing.
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Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, vaunteth: or, is not rash
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Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;
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Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; in the truth: or, with the truth
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Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(5) **Thinketh no evil.**—That is, does not dwell upon the evil done to her.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of 1 Corinthians. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
1 Corinthians 13:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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