1 Corinthians 15:37

Authorized King James Version

And that which thou sowest, thou sowest not that body that shall be, but bare grain, it may chance of wheat, or of some other grain:

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

ὃ

G3739

that which

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

σπείρεις

G4687

thou sowest

to scatter, i.e., sow (literally or figuratively)

οὐ

G3756

not

the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not

τὸ

G3588

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

σῶμα

G4983

that body

the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively

τὸ

G3588

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

γενησόμενον

G1096

that shall be

to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e., (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)

σπείρεις

G4687

thou sowest

to scatter, i.e., sow (literally or figuratively)

#10

ἀλλὰ

G235

but

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#11

γυμνὸν

G1131

bare

nude (absolute or relative, literal or figurative)

#12

κόκκον

G2848

grain

a kernel of seed

#13

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

#14

τύχοι

G5177

it may chance

akin to the base of g5088 through the idea of effecting; properly, to affect; or (specially), to hit or light upon (as a mark to be reached), i.e., (t

#15

σίτου

G4621

of wheat

grain, especially wheat

#16

ἤ

G2228

disjunctive, or; comparative, than

#17

τινος

G5100

of some

some or any person or object

#18

τῶν

G3588

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

#19

λοιπῶν·

G3062

other

remaining ones

Analysis

Within the broader context of 1 Corinthians, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 1 Corinthians.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Corinthians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Corinthians chapter 15 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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