1 Corinthians 14:33

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints.

Complete Jewish Bible:

for God is not a God of unruliness but of shalom.

As in all the congregations of God’s people,

Berean Standard Bible:

For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace—as in all the churches of the saints.

American Standard Version:

for God is not a God of confusion, but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For^{G1063} God^{G2316} is^{G2076} not^{G3756} the author of confusion^{G181}, but^{G235} of peace^{G1515}, as^{G5613} in^{G1722} all^{G3956} churches^{G1577} of the saints^{G40}.

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Commentary for 1 Corinthians 14:33

1 Corinthians 14:33, "For God is not a God of confusion but of peace," is a verse situated within the broader context of the Apostle Paul's first letter to the Corinthian church. This letter addresses various issues and questions that the Corinthians had regarding Christian life and practice. In the immediate context of chapter 14, Paul is discussing spiritual gifts, particularly the use of speaking in tongues and prophecy in worship services.

The verse reflects a key theme in Paul's writings: the orderly nature of God and the divine preference for clarity and peace in the church. Paul emphasizes that worship should be intelligible and edifying for all participants, rather than chaotic or disorderly—qualities that would not reflect God's character. The historical context suggests that the Corinthian church was struggling with disorderly conduct during their gatherings, especially concerning the manifestation of spiritual gifts.

In this verse, Paul is reminding the believers that their worship and church practices should align with God's nature. Since God is a God of peace, the church should strive for harmonious and orderly worship that promotes understanding and encouragement among believers. This aligns with the broader Christian understanding that the Holy Spirit's work in the church brings about unity and builds up the body of Christ, rather than creating division or confusion.

Therefore, 1 Corinthians 14:33 underscores the importance of peace and order in worship, reflecting the character of God and promoting the common good within the Christian community. It serves as a corrective to the Corinthians' misuse of spiritual gifts and as a guiding principle for church conduct that has continued to inform Christian worship and practice throughout history.

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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: G2316
   There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: θεός
   Transliteration: theós
   Pronunciation: theh'-os
   Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward).
   
3. Strong's Number: G2076
   There are 812 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐστί
   Transliteration: estí
   Pronunciation: es-tee'
   Description: third person singular present indicative of εἰμί; he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are:--are, be(-long), call, X can(-not), come, consisteth, X dure for a while, + follow, X have, (that) is (to say), make, meaneth, X must needs, + profit, + remaineth, + wrestle.
   
4. Strong's Number: G3756
   There are 1328 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: οὐ
   Transliteration: ou
   Pronunciation: ookh
   Description: a primary word; the absolute negative (compare μή) adverb; no or not:--+ long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), none, (can-)not, + nothing, + special, un(-worthy), when, + without, + yet but. See also οὐ μή, μῆκος.
   
5. Strong's Number: G181
   There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀκαταστασία
   Transliteration: akatastasía
   Pronunciation: ak-at-as-tah-see'-ah
   Description: from ἀκατάστατος; instability, i.e. disorder:--commotion, confusion, tumult.
   
6. Strong's Number: G235
   There are 635 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀλλά
   Transliteration: allá
   Pronunciation: al-lah'
   Description: neuter plural of ἄλλος; properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations):--and, but (even), howbeit, indeed, nay, nevertheless, no, notwithstanding, save, therefore, yea, yet.
   
7. Strong's Number: G1515
   There are 86 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εἰρήνη
   Transliteration: eirḗnē
   Pronunciation: i-ray'-nay
   Description: probably from a primary verb (to join); peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity:--one, peace, quietness, rest, + set at one again.
   
8. Strong's Number: G5613
   There are 433 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὡς
   Transliteration: hōs
   Pronunciation: hoce
   Description: probably adverb of comparative from ὅς; which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows):--about, after (that), (according) as (it had been, it were), as soon (as), even as (like), for, how (greatly), like (as, unto), since, so (that), that, to wit, unto, when(-soever), while, X with all speed.
   
9. Strong's Number: G1722
   There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐν
   Transliteration: en
   Pronunciation: en
   Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
   
10. Strong's Number: G3956
    There are 1075 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πᾶς
    Transliteration: pâs
    Pronunciation: pas
    Description: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever.
    
11. Strong's Number: G1577
    There are 115 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐκκλησία
    Transliteration: ekklēsía
    Pronunciation: ek-klay-see'-ah
    Description: from a compound of ἐκ and a derivative of καλέω; a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both):--assembly, church.
    
12. Strong's Number: G40
    There are 1382 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἅγιος
    Transliteration: hágios
    Pronunciation: hag'-ee-os
    Description: from (an awful thing) (compare ἁγνός, θάλπω); sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated):--(most) holy (one, thing), saint.