1 Corinthians 11:28

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of [that] bread, and drink of [that] cup.

Complete Jewish Bible:

So let a person examine himself first, and then he may eat of the bread and drink from the cup;

Berean Standard Bible:

Each one must examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup.

American Standard Version:

But let a man prove himself, and so let him eat of the bread, and drink of the cup.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

But^{G1161} let^{G1381} a man^{G444} examine^{G1381} himself^{G1438}, and^{G2532} so^{G3779} let him eat^{G2068} of^{G1537} that bread^{G740}, and^{G2532} drink^{G4095} of^{G1537} that cup^{G4221}.

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Commentary for 1 Corinthians 11:28

1 Corinthians 11:28 is a verse that is set within a larger passage where the Apostle Paul is addressing the Corinthian church regarding their observance of the Lord's Supper, also known as Communion or the Eucharist. This particular verse encapsulates the theme of self-examination, which is crucial before participating in this sacred Christian rite.

In the historical context, the early Christian communities, including the one in Corinth, gathered to celebrate the Lord's Supper as a remembrance of Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross, following His command at the Last Supper with His disciples. However, the Corinthians had developed some problematic practices, including divisions and inequalities during the meal, as well as a lack of reverence for the solemnity of the occasion. Some members were partaking in an unworthy manner, leading to judgment and even sickness among the congregation (as mentioned in the preceding verses).

The verse "But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of [that] bread, and drink of [that] cup" (1 Corinthians 11:28) instructs individuals to reflect on their own lives, particularly their relationships with God and others, before partaking in the bread and wine, which symbolize Christ's body and blood. This self-examination is intended to foster a spirit of humility, confession, and repentance, ensuring that the communicant approaches the Lord's Table with a proper respect for the significance of Christ's death and the unity of the body of believers.

In essence, 1 Corinthians 11:28 emphasizes personal accountability and the spiritual discernment necessary to partake in communion in a way that honors Christ and maintains the sanctity of the ordinance. It serves as a reminder that the Lord's Supper is not just a ritual but a profound act of worship that should be approached with sincerity and self-awareness.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. Strong's Number: G1381
   There are 21 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δοκιμάζω
   Transliteration: dokimázō
   Pronunciation: dok-im-ad'-zo
   Description: from δόκιμος; to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to approve:--allow, discern, examine, X like, (ap-)prove, try.
   
3. Strong's Number: G444
   There are 614 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἄνθρωπος
   Transliteration: ánthrōpos
   Pronunciation: anth'-ro-pos
   Description: from ἀνήρ and (the countenance; from ὀπτάνομαι); man-faced, i.e. a human being:--certain, man.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1438
   There are 312 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἑαυτοῦ
   Transliteration: heautoû
   Pronunciation: heh-ow-too'
   Description: from a reflexive pronoun otherwise obsolete and the genitive case (dative case or accusative case) of αὐτός; him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.:--alone, her (own, -self), (he) himself, his (own), itself, one (to) another, our (thine) own(-selves), + that she had, their (own, own selves), (of) them(-selves), they, thyself, you, your (own, own conceits, own selves, -selves).
   
5. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
6. Strong's Number: G3779
   There are 206 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: οὕτω
   Transliteration: hoútō
   Pronunciation: hoo'-toce
   Description: adverb from οὗτος; in this way (referring to what precedes or follows):--after that, after (in) this manner, as, even (so), for all that, like(-wise), no more, on this fashion(-wise), so (in like manner), thus, what.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2068
   There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐσθίω
   Transliteration: esthíō
   Pronunciation: es-thee'-o
   Description: strengthened for a primary (to eat); used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by φάγω; to eat (usually literal):--devour, eat, live.
   
8. Strong's Number: G1537
   There are 761 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐκ
   Transliteration: ek
   Pronunciation: ex
   Description: a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; literal or figurative; direct or remote):--after, among, X are, at, betwixt(-yond), by (the means of), exceedingly, (+ abundantly above), for(- th), from (among, forth, up), + grudgingly, + heartily, X heavenly, X hereby, + very highly, in, …ly, (because, by reason) of, off (from), on, out among (from, of), over, since, X thenceforth, through, X unto, X vehemently, with(-out). Often used in composition, with the same general import; often of completion.
   
9. Strong's Number: G740
   There are 91 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἄρτος
   Transliteration: ártos
   Pronunciation: ar'-tos
   Description: from αἴρω; bread (as raised) or a loaf:--(shew-)bread, loaf.
   
10. Strong's Number: G4095
    There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πίνω
    Transliteration: pínō
    Pronunciation: po'-o
    Description: a prolonged form of ; which (together with another form) ; occurs only as an alternate in certain tenses; to imbibe (literally or figuratively):--drink.
    
11. Strong's Number: G4221
    There are 30 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ποτήριον
    Transliteration: potḗrion
    Pronunciation: pot-ay'-ree-on
    Description: neuter of a derivative of the alternate of πίνω; a drinking-vessel; by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cupful (draught); figuratively, a lot or fate:--cup.