1 Corinthians 1:31

31 that according as it is written, ^[a] He that boasts, let him boast in [the] Lord. ^[b]

1 Corinthians 1:31 Meaning and Commentary

1 Corinthians 1:31

That, according as it is written
( Jeremiah 9:23 Jeremiah 9:24 ) .

He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord;
not in his own wisdom, riches, and strength; but in Christ, as his wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.

1 Corinthians 1:31 In-Context

29 so that no flesh should boast before God.

30 But of him are *ye* in Christ Jesus, who has been made to us wisdom from God, and righteousness, and holiness, and redemption;

31 that according as it is written, He that boasts, let him boast in [the] Lord.

Footnotes

• [a]. See Isa. 45.25; Jer. 9.24.
• [b]. Kurios without the article, for 'Jehovah.'