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1 Corinthians 1:30
Because of him, you are in Christ Jesus, who was made to us wisdom from God, and righteousness and sanctification, and redemption,
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Interpretation

Paul urges a christ wisdom that is traced in daily practice. 1 Corinthians 1:30: notice "because" and "christ". Work out christ wisdom in small choices no one sees—make truth livable.

Context

1 Corinthians speaks here as epistle/letter writing, developing christ wisdom. Read in 1 Corinthians 1, its force becomes clearer. Listen for “because” alongside “christ”.

Authorship & Historical Background

1 Corinthians was received under the name of Paul. In current research on 1 Corinthians, generally accepted as Pauline.. Scholars commonly date 1 Corinthians AD 53–55. 1 Corinthians appears framed for Church in Corinth.. Here the thread of apostolic community comes into view. 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 leave the overall message intact.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46