1 Corinthians 1:5

That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and [in] all knowledge;

That {G3754} in {G1722} every thing {G3956} ye are enriched {G4148} by {G1722} him {G846}, in {G1722} all {G3956} utterance {G3056}, and {G2532} in all {G3956} knowledge {G1108};

in that you have been enriched by him in so many ways, particularly in power of speech and depth of knowledge.

For in Him you have been enriched in every way, in all speech and all knowledge,

that in everything ye were enriched in him, in all utterance and all knowledge;

1 Corinthians 1:5 is part of Paul's opening thanksgiving to the church in Corinth, highlighting the spiritual blessings they had received from God. Despite the significant problems and divisions that Paul would address later in the epistle, he begins by acknowledging God's abundant grace and faithfulness to them.

Context

This verse immediately follows Paul's expression of gratitude for the grace of God given to the Corinthians (1 Corinthians 1:4). It sets the stage for understanding that the Corinthians were not lacking in spiritual endowments, which makes their subsequent issues (like divisions, immorality, and misuse of gifts) even more striking. Paul's approach here is pastoral: he affirms God's work in them before correcting their behavior, reminding them of the divine source of their capabilities.

Key Themes

  • Divine Enrichment: The core message is that believers are "enriched by him" – a clear statement that all spiritual blessings and abilities come from God, not from human effort or merit. This enrichment is comprehensive, applying "in every thing."
  • Spiritual Gifts of Utterance and Knowledge: The verse specifically mentions enrichment "in all utterance, and in all knowledge." These refer to spiritual gifts related to communication and understanding divine truth. These were prominent gifts within the Corinthian church, as evidenced by Paul's extensive discussion of spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians chapters 12-14.
  • God's Faithfulness: By detailing the gifts they possess, Paul implicitly underscores God's unwavering commitment to equip His people, even those struggling with spiritual maturity and unity.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "enriched" is ploutizo (πλουτίζω), meaning to make rich or to furnish abundantly. It emphasizes God's overflowing provision and the spiritual wealth He bestows upon believers. "Utterance" comes from logos (λόγος), which here refers to the ability to speak, proclaim, or teach divine truth, often associated with prophecy or inspired teaching. "Knowledge" is gnosis (γνῶσις), signifying spiritual insight, understanding of God's mysteries, and discernment.

Practical Application

For believers today, 1 Corinthians 1:5 serves as a powerful reminder that our spiritual abilities and insights are not self-generated but are gracious endowments from God. It encourages:

  • Gratitude: To continually give thanks for the spiritual gifts and understanding God has given us.
  • Humility: To recognize that any capacity we have to serve God or understand His Word comes from Him, preventing pride.
  • Stewardship: To use these divine enrichments, whether in speaking, teaching, or understanding, for the glory of God and the edification of the church, just as Paul would later instruct the Corinthians on the proper use of their gifts (1 Corinthians 14:26).
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.
  • 2 Corinthians 9:11

    Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.
  • 2 Corinthians 8:7

    ¶ Therefore, as ye abound in every [thing, in] faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and [in] all diligence, and [in] your love to us, [see] that ye abound in this grace also.
  • Colossians 2:3

    In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.
  • Philippians 1:9

    ¶ And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and [in] all judgment;
  • Romans 15:14

    ¶ And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.
  • James 3:13

    ¶ Who [is] a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him shew out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom.
  • 1 Corinthians 12:8

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

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