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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: in verse 1 Cor 13:10, to whom or what does the word perfect refer. What is the greek translation of this word? |
Bible Answer: Greetings John! The word translated 'perfect' in 1 Cor. 13:10 is the Greek word 'teleios.' It is a word which basically conveys the idea of coming to completion or maturity. No one is quite sure what Paul meant by this term. Some have thought that Paul used it to refer to: 1) The Bible 2) The Kingdom of God 3) The Church I think the best bet is to simply see it as a reference to the completion of God's plan. When He is done with us, then there will not be any need for these gifts for we will be face to face with Him! Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |