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1 Corinthians 11:1
Be imitators of me, even as I also am of Christ.
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Interpretation

Paul urges a follow me that is practiced in speech and habits in 1 Corinthians 11:1—consider "imitators" and "even". Work out follow me in conversations that test patience—keep zeal yoked to love.

Context

This passage belongs to 1 Corinthians, a epistle/letter witness, developing follow me. Read in 1 Corinthians 11, its force becomes clearer. Listen for “imitators” alongside “even”.

Authorship & Historical Background

1 Corinthians was received under the name of Paul. Academic consensus for 1 Corinthians tends toward: widely regarded as Pauline.. Date: AD 53–55. 1 Corinthians appears framed for Church in Corinth.. This verse leans into apostolic community. Community issues in Corinth form the backdrop for instruction.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline.
Date:AD 53–55
Audience:Church in Corinth.
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not alter the main meaning.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46