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NASB | 1 Corinthians 13:10 but when the perfect comes, the partial will be done away. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 13:10 But when that which is complete and perfect comes, that which is incomplete and partial will pass away. |
Bible Question:
I would like someone's opinion... In 1 Cor 13:10,12 At what point in time is the "...but then..." referring to? Also, what is the "perfect" that comes? |
Bible Answer: Greetings 2 Timothy 2:15: Here is a repost of an answer that I had previously given on this question. *********************** I love Greek questions, so I'll take a shot at your question! :-) First, here is a very literal translation of 1 Cor. 10:13: "...but when the pefect comes the from the part shall be rendered inoperative." There really isn't a pronoun associated with the word 'perfect'. There is simply a definite article (which basically functions like a pronoun). The definite article is neuter. The word 'perfect' or 'telios' simply means 'pefect, mature, complete, ect...". There is nothing in this passage which specifically states what this 'perfect' thing is. Nowhere does it say it is Christ or the Bible. However, v. 12 gives us a powerful clue. It speaks of a time when we will know 'fully, even as we are 'fully known'. Thus, I believe that v. 10 is referring to a future time, in the New Heaven and the New Earth, where Spiritual gifts will no longer be needed, because we will be in the presence of Christ. This is just a guess, since the text never specifically says to what 'the perfect' refers. However, it is unlike that Christ is being referred to, since He had already come. And, it is unlikely that Scripture is being referred to, because we do not fully know everything yet. For online resources, go to - http://bible.crosswalk.com/ I hope this helps! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |