1 Corinthians 15:3

Authorized King James Version

For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;

Word-by-Word Analysis

παρέδωκα

G3860

I delivered

to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit

γὰρ

G1063

For

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

ὑμῖν

G5213

unto you

to (with or by) you

ἐν

G1722

first of all

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

πρώτοις

G4413

foremost (in time, place, order or importance)

ὃ

G3739

that which

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

καὶ

G2532

also

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

παρέλαβον

G3880

to receive near, i.e., associate with oneself (in any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an office; figuratively, to learn

ὅτι

G3754

how

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#10

Χριστὸς

G5547

that Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

#11

ἀπέθανεν

G599

died

to die off (literally or figuratively)

#12

ὑπὲρ

G5228

for

"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super

#13

τῶν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#14

ἁμαρτιῶν

G266

sins

a sin (properly abstract)

#15

ἡμῶν

G2257

our

of (or from) us

#16

κατὰ

G2596

according

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

#17

τὰς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#18

γραφάς

G1124

to the scriptures

a document, i.e., holy writ (or its contents or a statement in it)

Cross References

Related verses that illuminate this passage (hover to preview):

¹ Isaiah 53:5 Isaiah 53:5
But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
— Wounded for our transgressions
² 1 Peter 2:24 1 Peter 2:24
Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.
— Who his own self bare our sins

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Corinthians. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to pastoral letter addressing practical Christian living issues, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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