1 Corinthians 11:1

Roles in Worship · 1 Corinthians 11:1–16
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Translations

Modern
You are to imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.
Traditional
Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.
Literal
Be imitators of me, as I also am of Christ.
Latin
Imitatores mei estote, sicut et ego Christi.

Original

Greek
English
You are to imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.

Notes

Paul concludes the discussion started in 8:1 with guidance on when Christians may eat meat offered to an idol and when they should not (see study note on 1 Corinthians 8:1–11:1). His guidance emphasizes the principle of giving up one's rights out of love (see also 8:13–9:23).

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law First Letter to the Corinthians Jesus Christ, Teachings of Lord’s Supper, the

Topics

Acting Applying the Bible Becoming More Like Christ Being Like Christ Christ-Centered Christian Minister: Duties of the Church To Christlikeness Corinth: The Congregation of Immortalities In Culture Da Vinci Code Discipling Example: Paul, Our Following Christ Following God Following Instructions Following Jesus Good Deeds and Faith Mentoring Ministers: Their People are Bound, to Follow Their Holy Example Missionaries Pagan Holidays Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul Spiritual Growth