1 Corinthians 12:8

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

For to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit;

Complete Jewish Bible:

To one, through the Spirit, is given a word of wisdom; to another, a word of knowledge, in accordance with the same Spirit;

Berean Standard Bible:

To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit,

American Standard Version:

For to one is given through the Spirit the word of wisdom; and to another the word of knowledge, according to the same Spirit:

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For^{G1063} to one^{{G3739}{G3303}} is given^{G1325} by^{G1223} the Spirit^{G4151} the word^{G3056} of wisdom^{G4678};^{G1161} to another^{G243} the word^{G3056} of knowledge^{G1108} by^{G2596} the same^{G846} Spirit^{G4151};

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Commentary for 1 Corinthians 12:8

1 Corinthians 12:8 is part of the apostle Paul's first letter to the church in Corinth, a city in ancient Greece. This verse is embedded within a larger discussion on spiritual gifts, which spans from chapter 12 to chapter 14. In the context of the time, the Corinthian church was struggling with divisions and misunderstandings about how to properly use spiritual gifts in their worship and daily lives.

The verse itself highlights the diversity of spiritual gifts bestowed by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that each believer receives different gifts according to God's will. Specifically, 1 Corinthians 12:8 mentions two distinct gifts: "the word of wisdom" and "the word of knowledge." The "word of wisdom" refers to the ability to apply knowledge in a practical and prudent way, particularly in difficult situations where guidance is needed. It is a gift that allows one to see things from God's perspective and offer counsel that is in line with divine truth.

The "word of knowledge," on the other hand, is often understood as a special insight or understanding that is given by the Spirit, which might include factual information or deep understanding of a situation, doctrine, or mystery of faith that one could not know through natural means. This gift enables individuals to speak authoritatively on spiritual matters and can be used for teaching, encouragement, and edification of the church.

Paul's overarching message in this passage is that the church is like a body with many parts, each with its own function, and that these diverse gifts are necessary for the church to operate effectively and harmoniously. He encourages the Corinthians—and by extension, all believers—to appreciate the variety of gifts and to use them for the common good, building up the community in love and unity. This teaching on spiritual gifts is meant to correct the Corinthians' misuse and overemphasis on certain gifts, such as speaking in tongues, while neglecting others that are equally important for the edification of the church.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: G1063
   There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γάρ
   Transliteration: gár
   Pronunciation: gar
   Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet.
   
2. Strong's Number: G3739
   There are 1215 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὅς
   Transliteration: hós
   Pronunciation: ho
   Description: probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article ὁ); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that:--one, (an-, the) other, some, that, what, which, who(-m, -se), etc. See also οὗ.
   
3. Strong's Number: G3303
   There are 193 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μέν
   Transliteration: mén
   Pronunciation: men
   Description: a primary particle; properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with δέ (this one, the former, etc.):--even, indeed, so, some, truly, verily. Often compounded with other particles in an intensive or asseverative sense.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1325
   There are 377 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δίδωμι
   Transliteration: dídōmi
   Pronunciation: did'-o-mee
   Description: a prolonged form of a primary verb (which is used as an alternative in most of the tenses); to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection):--adventure, bestow, bring forth, commit, deliver (up), give, grant, hinder, make, minister, number, offer, have power, put, receive, set, shew, smite (+ with the hand), strike (+ with the palm of the hand), suffer, take, utter, yield.
   
5. Strong's Number: G1223
   There are 580 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: διά
   Transliteration: diá
   Pronunciation: dee-ah'
   Description: a primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional):--after, always, among, at, to avoid, because of (that), briefly, by, for (cause) … fore, from, in, by occasion of, of, by reason of, for sake, that, thereby, therefore, X though, through(-out), to, wherefore, with (-in). In composition it retains the same general importance.
   
6. Strong's Number: G4151
   There are 350 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πνεῦμα
   Transliteration: pneûma
   Pronunciation: pnyoo'-mah
   Description: from πνέω; a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or (divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit:--ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind. Compare ψυχή.
   
7. Strong's Number: G3056
   There are 316 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: λόγος
   Transliteration: lógos
   Pronunciation: log'-os
   Description: from λέγω; something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, (with the article in John) the Divine Expression (i.e. Christ):--account, cause, communication, X concerning, doctrine, fame, X have to do, intent, matter, mouth, preaching, question, reason, + reckon, remove, say(-ing), shew, X speaker, speech, talk, thing, + none of these things move me, tidings, treatise, utterance, word, work.
   
8. Strong's Number: G4678
   There are 49 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: σοφία
   Transliteration: sophía
   Pronunciation: sof-ee'-ah
   Description: from σοφός; wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual):--wisdom.
   
9. 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).
   
10. Strong's Number: G243
    There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἄλλος
    Transliteration: állos
    Pronunciation: al'-los
    Description: a primary word; "else," i.e. different (in many applications):--more, one (another), (an-, some an-)other(-s, -wise).
    
11. Strong's Number: G1108
    There are 28 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: γνῶσις
    Transliteration: gnōsis
    Pronunciation: gno'-sis
    Description: from γινώσκω; knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication) knowledge:--knowledge, science.
    
12. Strong's Number: G2596
    There are 436 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: κατά
    Transliteration: katá
    Pronunciation: kat-ah'
    Description: a primary particle; (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined):--about, according as (to), after, against, (when they were) X alone, among, and, X apart, (even, like) as (concerning, pertaining to touching), X aside, at, before, beyond, by, to the charge of, (charita-)bly, concerning, + covered, (dai-)ly, down, every, (+ far more) exceeding, X more excellent, for, from … to, godly, in(-asmuch, divers, every, -to, respect of), … by, after the manner of, + by any means, beyond (out of) measure, X mightily, more, X natural, of (up-)on (X part), out (of every), over against, (+ your) X own, + particularly, so, through(-oughout, -oughout every), thus, (un-)to(-gether, -ward), X uttermost, where(-by), with. In composition it retains many of these applications, and frequently denotes opposition, distribution, or intensity.
    
13. Strong's Number: G846
    There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: αὐτός
    Transliteration: autós
    Pronunciation: ow-tos'
    Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.