1 Corinthians 4:6

Authorized King James Version

And these things, brethren, I have in a figure transferred to myself and to Apollos for your sakes; that ye might learn in us not to think of men above that which is written, that no one of you be puffed up for one against another.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ταῦτα

G5023

these things

δέ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

ἀδελφοί

G80

brethren

a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)

μετεσχημάτισα

G3345

I have in a figure transferred

to transfigure or disguise; figuratively, to apply (by accommodation)

εἰς

G1519

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

ἐμαυτὸν

G1683

myself

of myself so likewise the dative case ?????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-to'"/>, and accusative case ??????? <pronunciation strongs="em-ow-ton'"/>

καὶ

G2532

and

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

Ἀπολλῶ

G625

to Apollos

apollos, an israelite

δι'

G1223

for

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

#10

ὑμᾶς

G5209

your sakes

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#11

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#12

ἐν

G1722

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

#13

ἡμῖν

G2254

to (or for, with, by) us

#14

μάθητε

G3129

ye might learn

to learn (in any way)

#15

τὸ

G3588

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

#16

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#17

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

#18

ὃ

G3739

which

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

#19

γέγραπται

G1125

is written

to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe

#20

φρονεῖν,

G5426

to think

to exercise the mind, i.e., entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain d

#21

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

#22

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#23

ἑνὸς

G1520

one

#24

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

#25

τοῦ

G3588

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

#26

ἑνὸς

G1520

one

#27

φυσιοῦσθε

G5448

of you be puffed up

to inflate, i.e., (figuratively) make proud (haughty)

#28

κατὰ

G2596

against

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

#29

τοῦ

G3588

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

#30

ἑτέρου

G2087

another

(an-, the) other or different

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine revelation contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

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 this verse's literary context within 1 Corinthians chapter 4 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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