Why Did The King James Version Of The Bible Use The Word "Charity" In 1 Corinthians 13?

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Why did the King James Version of the Bible use the word "charity" in 1 Corinthians 13? The original word in Greek is "Agape". Every where else in the Bible, this is translated as "Love" in JV. But the translators specifically used the word "Charity" in 1 Corinthians 13. Why did they use that word in that case?

Answer: This is an example of the translators translating in context which is what they are supposed to do. The Greek language has 3 words which usually get translated "love" in our English Bibles. Agape, which means one way love, which gives without expecting anything in return. Phileo, which means mutual love and respect, the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia was named after this Greek word. Eros, which is the erotic or sexual kind of love, from which we get the English Word, Erotic. The King James translators wanted to make sure we knew that the Greek word here was Agape or the kind of love that expects nothing in return, so they used the word "Charity". I think they made a good choice.

Song With The Lyrics From 1 Corinthians 13?

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song with the lyrics from 1 Corinthians 13? I heard a song with lyrics from 1 Corinthians 13 on the radio and now I can't figure out what it's called. It was a man singing the songs and I heard it on Clove if that helps.

Answer: "Busted Heart" For King & Country "Proof of your love" For King & Country Try them.

What Is Christian Love? How Does It Differ From Human Love? How Can A Christian Show True Love?

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What is Christian love? How does it differ from human love? How can a Christian show true love? 1 Corinthians 13 gives a wonderful description of love. But what is true Christian love? Based on the life of Christ, how are Christians to love one another and how does this differ from mere human emotions and actions? What is it about the love of Christ that elevates Christian love above human love?

Answer: You don't have to be a Christian to love in the manner described in 1 Corinthians 13. Christian love, as described in the Bible, is much more that brotherly or sexual love. One of the Greek words used to describe love is Agape, and this is a higher, more elevated and principled love. It is the type of love displayed by Jesus when he gave up his life for sinful humanity. "This is love; not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another... Whoever loves God must also love his brother" (1 John 4:7-21). Jesus himself said "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love... Greater love has no-one than this, that he lay down his life for his friend" (John 15:9-13). Paul admonished the early Christians to "be imitators of God... and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us... (Ephesians 5:1-2). In Hebrews 5:7-8 we are told that "During the days of Jesus' life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one who could save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission. Although he was a son, he learned obedience from what he suffered and, once made perfect, he became the sou re of eternal salvation for all who obey him." Here we have the essence of true, Godly, Christian love. This is a love that is obedient unto death, a love that submits to the sovereignty of our Creator. This is a love so pure that only Jesus was able to save sinful humanity by laying down his life for others. This is no ordinary, human experience. As mere mortals, we can only lift up our hearts in open worship and adoration for a love such as this.

What'S The Best Font To Get For A Scripture Tattoo?

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What's the best font to get for a scripture tattoo? I'm planning on getting 1 Corinthians 13:13 tattooed soon. I have no clue what font to use though.. Help!

Answer: I'm getting John 14:1 in Edwardian script

How Many Of You Christians Will Admit That Your Clarity Is Less That Desired?

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How many of you Christians will admit that your clarity is less that desired? 1 Corinthians 13:12 (King James Version) For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known. If we can't be certain of the metaphysical speculations about various religions, isn't the one thing all agree upon, the golden rule, paramount? Aren't afterlife scenarios best left to that time when we cross the divide?

Answer: I disagree with the golden rule. Lexi talons is more just.

What Does The Bible Say About The Way We Should Respond To Bad Behavior?

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What does the bible say about the way we should respond to bad behavior? I have a younger relative that is into drugs and is failing in school. He constantly tells us that we should stop trying to "fix" him because the bible says, "Love is patient, love is kind" (1 Corinthians 13:4-7). What does the bible say about people that manipulate and treat others badly? Does this verse apply to them, too? He lives with his grandfather who is very old and ill. My younger relative has taken his grandfather's medication, steals his car, and sneaks out and stays out all night doing drugs. The younger relative is 18 years old.

Answer: You could have a small Bible to hand next time you see him, and read out this bit in 2 Timothy 3:1-5: "But mark this. There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God - having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with them." Then I suggest you align yourself with the poor grandfather and give him every help you possibly can.

What Do You Know About The Christian Practice Of Singing In In The Spirit?

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What do you know about the Christian practice of singing in in the spirit? The Apostle Paul said that he sang with the spirit and also with the mind 1 Corinthians 13:15. I am not looking to argue about the validity of the practice. I just want to know how, those of you who have heard it or done it, now view the practice.

Answer: Seventh-day Adventist Christians preach the everlasting Gospel and keep the Biblical Sabbath(Saturday) day Holy(Exodus 20:8-11)."Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it Holy." The Sabbath begins sundown Friday and ends sundown Saturday." Sabbath School begin at 9:30am. Worship begin at 11:00am every Saturday. God's true Church believes that Jesus is God. God's true Church believes in the Trinity. God's true Church believes in the death of Christ on the Cross. God's true Church will uphold the Moral Law(Ten Commandments) God's true Church will Baptize by Immersion not Sprinkling. God's true Church will not eat Unclean Foods(Pork, Catfish, etc.) God's true Church will be a Worldwide Church preaching the message of Christ. God's true Church will teach Biblical literal six day Creation. NO Evolution. God's true Church will have the gift of Prophecy. God's true Church will preach Salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. God's true Church will stand against Sexual Immorality. Homosexuality, Adultery and Fornication are Sins. God's true Church will preach against Strong drink. Alcohol is not allowed. (Proverbs 20:1). Remember God's true last day Church will not be a popular Church. Most people will attack God's Biblical Church with vigilance. Satan himself will attack God's Church(Revelation 14:12) Truth crushed to the ground will always rise to the top.

What Do You Honestly Think This Verse Is Saying?

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What do you honestly think this verse is saying? "Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever! Now our knowledge is partial and incomplete, and even the gift of prophecy reveals only part of the whole picture! But when the time of perfection comes, these partial things will become useless." 1 Corinthians 13:8-10 I don't understand how people use these verses to say that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are not for today. It says "when the time of perfection comes," its def not that time yet! Till then, we can still use the gifts! Tell me what you think? Thanks to everyone!

Answer: I think the time of perfection refers to the second coming of Jesus when there becomes new heaven and earth... because then God can make things perfect by "re-doing" things. I'm not God so I don't know exactly... but that's just my thought :)

Is A Same Sex Relationship Something Condoned Or Banned By God And Why?

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Is a same sex relationship something condoned or banned by God and why? If you do not have first hand knowledge (watching or discovering) what can you say? 1 Corinthians 13 Romans 14: Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother's way.

Answer: Even if you add another question where you leave no doubt it does not change my answer. It is not my desire or position to judge God's law - only mans. I can cite verse if you think that will help you find answers if you are looking but I do not think you are.

Why Do God Expect Christians To Accept Him As Children Accept The Easter Bunny?

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Why do God expect Christians to accept him as Children accept the Easter bunny? 1 Corinthians 13:11 -- When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things. Isn't it time Christians put away Childish things?

Answer: If you read this entire chapter, you might understand better what this means. I suspect (per usual) you re just another one of those people who post crap to get a rise out of people.

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