1 Corinthians 12:7

Spiritual Gifts · 1 Corinthians 12:1–11
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Translations

Modern
Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.
Traditional
But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.
Literal
Now to each is given the manifestation of the Spirit, for the common profiting.
Latin
Unicuique autem datur manifestatio Spiritus ad utilitatem.

Original

Greek
English
Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.

Notes

Spiritual gifts are not for the benefit of the person who receives them. They are meant to help others (see 1 Peter 4:10–11).

Believers are united in the Lord and his Spirit, but God gives different spiritual gifts to each person. These gifts help them serve the same Lord in various ways (see also 7:7; 12:7–11, 28–31; Romans 12:6–8; Ephesians 4:11).

The church in Corinth focused too much on the gift of speaking in tongues (see 14:1–25, 27; compare the lists in 12:8–10, 28, where Paul lists tongues last). Paul offers advice to correct their understanding of the value and use of spiritual gifts.

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Charismata First Letter to the Corinthians Mystery Prophecy Spiritual Gifts

Topics

Charisma Gift Gifts from God: Unclassified Scriptures Relating to Both Temporal and Spiritual God-Given Talents Holy Spirit: General Scriptures Concerning Miracles: Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit for the Edification of the Assembly Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit: Communicated for the Edification of the Church Spiritual Gifts