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1 Corinthians 1:31

1 Corinthians 1:31
That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

That, according as it is written,.... Jer 9:23.

He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord; not in his own wisdom, riches, and strength; but in Christ, as his wisdom, righteousness, sanctification,…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

As it is written - This is evidently a quotation made from Jer 9:23-24. It is not made literally; but the apostle has “condensed” the sense of the prophet into a few words, and has retained…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

According as it is written - In Jer 9:23, Jer 9:24 : Thus saith the Lord, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might; let not the rich man glory in his…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

1 Corinthians 1:17-31

We have here,

I. The manner in which Paul preached the gospel, and the cross of Christ: Not with the wisdom of words (Co1 1:17), the enticing words of man's wisdom (Co1 2:4), the flourish of oratory,…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord The whole work of salvation is of God. The Corinthians, like many others since, were inclined to take some of the credit to themselves. The Apostle reminds…