New International Version it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; New Living Translation Our bodies are buried in brokenness, but they will be raised in glory. They are buried in weakness, but they will be raised in strength. English Standard Version It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. Berean Standard Bible It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. Berean Literal Bible it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; King James Bible It is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: New King James Version It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness, it is raised in power. New American Standard Bible it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; NASB 1995 it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; NASB 1977 it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Legacy Standard Bible it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Amplified Bible It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in strength; Berean Annotated Bible It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory {doxē}. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power {dynamei}. Christian Standard Bible sown in dishonor, raised in glory; sown in weakness, raised in power; Holman Christian Standard Bible sown in dishonor, raised in glory; sown in weakness, raised in power; American Standard Version it is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: Contemporary English Version These ugly and weak bodies will become beautiful and strong. English Revised Version it is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: GOD'S WORD® Translation When the body is planted, it doesn't have any splendor and is weak. When it comes back to life, it has splendor and is strong. Good News Translation When buried, it is ugly and weak; when raised, it will be beautiful and strong. International Standard Version The body is planted in a state of dishonor but is raised in a state of splendor. It is planted in weakness but is raised in power. NET Bible It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; New Heart English Bible It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. Webster's Bible Translation It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power: Weymouth New Testament it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIt is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. World English Bible It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionit is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Berean Literal Bible it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Young's Literal Translation it is sown in dishonour, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Smith's Literal Translation It is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIt is sown in dishonour, it shall rise in glory. It is sown in weakness, it shall rise in power. Catholic Public Domain Version What is sown in dishonor shall rise to glory. What is sown in weakness shall rise to power. New American Bible It is sown dishonorable; it is raised glorious. It is sown weak; it is raised powerful. New Revised Standard Version It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness, it is raised in power. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleIt is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: Aramaic Bible in Plain English It is sown with disgrace, it rises with glory; it is sown in weakness, it rises in power. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentit is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power: Godbey New Testament it is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. Haweis New Testament it is sown in dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: Mace New Testament it is sown in dishonour, it will be raised in glory: it is sown in decay, it will be raised in power: Weymouth New Testament it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Worrell New Testament it is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory; it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Worsley New Testament it is sown in weakness, it is raised in power; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Resurrection Body…42So will it be with the resurrection of the dead: What is sown is perishable; it is raised imperishable. 43It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. 44It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a natural body, there is also a spiritual body.… Cross References It is sown in dishonor; Isaiah 53:3 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. Hebrews 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Daniel 12:2 And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt. it is raised in glory. Philippians 3:21 who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body. Colossians 3:4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Romans 8:30 And those He predestined, He also called; those He called, He also justified; those He justified, He also glorified. It is sown in weakness; 2 Corinthians 13:4 For He was indeed crucified in weakness, yet He lives by God’s power. For we are also weak in Him, yet by God’s power we will live with Him concerning you. Matthew 26:41 “Watch and pray so that you will not enter into temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” it is raised in power. Romans 1:4 and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord. Ephesians 1:19-20 and the surpassing greatness of His power to us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of His mighty strength, / which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms, Colossians 2:12 And having been buried with Him in baptism, you were raised with Him through your faith in the power of God, who raised Him from the dead. Philippians 3:21 who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body. Romans 8:11 And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you. Daniel 12:3 Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever. 2 Corinthians 5:1-4 For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is dismantled, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. / For in this tent we groan, longing to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, / because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked. … Colossians 3:4 When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Treasury of Scripture It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it is raised in power: in dishonour. Daniel 12:1 And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation even to that same time: and at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in the book. Matthew 13:43 Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear. Philippians 3:20,21 For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: … weakness. Job 14:10 But man dieth, and wasteth away: yea, man giveth up the ghost, and where is he? Psalm 102:23 He weakened my strength in the way; he shortened my days. 2 Corinthians 13:4 For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you. in power. 1 Corinthians 6:14 And God hath both raised up the Lord, and will also raise up us by his own power. Matthew 22:29,30 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God… Mark 12:24,25 And Jesus answering said unto them, Do ye not therefore err, because ye know not the scriptures, neither the power of God? … Jump to Previous Dishonor Dishonour Feeble Glory Planted Power Raised Shame Sown WeaknessJump to Next Dishonor Dishonour Feeble Glory Planted Power Raised Shame Sown Weakness1 Corinthians 15 1. By Christ's resurrection,12. he proves the necessity of our resurrection, 16. against all such as deny the resurrection of the body. 21. The fruit, 35. and the manner thereof; 51. and of the resurrection of those who shall be found alive at the last day. It is sown in dishonor; In death, the human body returns to dust, bearing the marks of sin, decay, and mortality. Burial is like the planting of a seed: what is laid in the ground awaits God’s appointed resurrection. Isa 53:3 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows… it is raised in glory. The risen body will be transformed, free from corruption and clothed with the honor and splendor belonging to Christ’s redeemed people. Php 3:21 who, by the power that enables Him… It is sown in weakness; The present body is frail, subject to sickness, aging, suffering, and death. 2Co 13:4 For He was indeed crucified in weakness,… it is raised in power. God will raise believers with imperishable bodies, no longer ruled by weakness or death, sharing in the victorious life secured by Christ. Rom 1:4 and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared… Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth, providing teachings on the resurrection of the dead. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its diverse population and cultural influences, where the early Christian church faced various challenges. 3. Resurrection The event of being raised from the dead, central to Christian belief, particularly the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the future resurrection of believers. Teaching Points Transformation through ResurrectionThe resurrection promises a transformation from our current state of dishonor and weakness to a future state of glory and power. This transformation is a core hope for believers, emphasizing the power of God to renew and restore. The Nature of Our Earthly Bodies Our current bodies are subject to dishonor and weakness due to sin and mortality. Recognizing this helps us to live humbly, relying on God's strength rather than our own. Hope in Future Glory The promise of being raised in glory provides hope and encouragement to endure present sufferings and challenges. It reminds us that our ultimate destiny is not tied to our current circumstances. Living in the Power of the Resurrection Even now, believers are called to live in the power of the resurrection, allowing the Holy Spirit to work through our weaknesses to demonstrate God's strength and glory. Encouragement in Weakness Understanding that our weaknesses are temporary and will be transformed encourages us to persevere in faith, trusting in God's promise of resurrection power. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 15:43?2. How does 1 Corinthians 15:43 describe the transformation of our earthly bodies? 3. What does "sown in dishonor, raised in glory" mean for believers' resurrection? 4. How can understanding 1 Corinthians 15:43 strengthen our hope in eternal life? 5. How does this verse connect to Philippians 3:21 about our transformed bodies? 6. How should the promise of resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15:43 impact daily living? 7. How does 1 Corinthians 15:43 describe the transformation of the body after resurrection? 8. What does "sown in dishonor, raised in glory" mean in 1 Corinthians 15:43? 9. How does 1 Corinthians 15:43 support the belief in bodily resurrection? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 15? Verse 43. - It is sown in dishonour. "The awful and intolerable indignity of dust to dust." In glory. "Though ye have lien among the pots, yet shall ye be as the wings of a dove, that is covered with silver wings, and her feathers like gold" (Psalm 68:13). The expression shows that, throughout, St. Paul is thinking exclusively of the resurrection of the saints. 1 Corinthians 15:43 contrasts the present and future states of the believer’s body. What is buried carries the dishonor, frailty, and weakness introduced by sin; what God will raise is glorious, honorable, and powerful, perfectly suited for eternal life with Christ. The cemetery is not a terminus but a field where God plants seeds He fully intends to harvest in radiant, resurrection power. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek It is sownσπείρεται (speiretai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4687: To sow, spread, scatter. Probably strengthened from spao; to scatter, i.e. Sow. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. dishonor; ἀτιμίᾳ (atimia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 819: Disgrace, dishonor; a dishonorable use. From atimos; infamy, i.e. comparative indignity, disgrace. it is raised ἐγείρεται (egeiretai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. glory. δόξῃ (doxē) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 1391: From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. It is sown σπείρεται (speiretai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4687: To sow, spread, scatter. Probably strengthened from spao; to scatter, i.e. Sow. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. weakness; ἀσθενείᾳ (astheneia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 769: From asthenes; feebleness; by implication, malady; morally, frailty. it is raised ἐγείρεται (egeiretai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. power. δυνάμει (dynamei) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 1411: From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power. Additonal Resources 1 Corinthians 15:43 Blue Letter Bible1 Corinthians 15:43 Bible Gateway 1 Corinthians 15:43 Bible.com 1 Corinthians 15:43 NIV |
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