Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. New Living Translation It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. English Standard Version it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Berean Standard Bible Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. Berean Literal Bible It does not delight at unrighteousness, but rejoices in the truth. King James Bible Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; New King James Version does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; New American Standard Bible it does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; NASB 1995 does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; NASB 1977 does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; Legacy Standard Bible it does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; Amplified Bible It does not rejoice at injustice, but rejoices with the truth [when right and truth prevail]. Christian Standard Bible Love finds no joy in unrighteousness but rejoices in the truth. Holman Christian Standard Bible Love finds no joy in unrighteousness but rejoices in the truth. American Standard Version rejoiceth not in unrighteousness, but rejoiceth with the truth; Contemporary English Version Love rejoices in the truth, but not in evil. English Revised Version rejoiceth not in unrighteousness, but rejoiceth with the truth; GOD'S WORD® Translation It isn't happy when injustice is done, but it is happy with the truth. Good News Translation love is not happy with evil, but is happy with the truth. International Standard Version is never glad with sin; she's always glad to side with truth, and pleased that truth will win. Majority Standard Bible Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. NET Bible It is not glad about injustice, but rejoices in the truth. New Heart English Bible does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; Webster's Bible Translation Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Weymouth New Testament She finds no pleasure in injustice done to others, but joyfully sides with the truth. World English Bible doesn’t rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; Literal Translations Literal Standard Version[does] not rejoice over unrighteousness, and rejoices with the truth; Berean Literal Bible It does not delight at unrighteousness, but rejoices in the truth. Young's Literal Translation rejoiceth not over the unrighteousness, and rejoiceth with the truth; Smith's Literal Translation Rejoices not at injustice, and rejoices with the truth; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleRejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth with the truth; Catholic Public Domain Version Charity does not rejoice over iniquity, but rejoices in truth. New American Bible it does not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices with the truth. New Revised Standard Version it does not rejoice in wrongdoing, but rejoices in the truth. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleRejoices not over injustice, but rejoices in the truth; Aramaic Bible in Plain English Rejoices not in evil, but rejoices in the truth, NT Translations Anderson New Testamentrejoices not in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; Godbey New Testament it does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but it rejoices in the truth; Haweis New Testament rejoiceth not in unrighteousness, but rejoiceth in the truth; Mace New Testament it does not countenance injustice, but smiles upon virtue; Weymouth New Testament She finds no pleasure in injustice done to others, but joyfully sides with the truth. Worrell New Testament rejoices not at unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth; Worsley New Testament suspecteth no evil, rejoiceth not at injustice, but rejoiceth in the truth: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Love…5It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. 6 Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. 7It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.… Cross References Romans 12:9 Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good. Zechariah 8:16-17 These are the things you must do: Speak truth to one another, render true and sound judgments in your gates, / do not plot evil in your hearts against your neighbor, and do not love to swear falsely, for I hate all these things,” declares the LORD. Psalm 119:163 I hate and abhor falsehood, but Your law I love. 2 Thessalonians 2:12 in order that judgment may come upon all who have disbelieved the truth and delighted in wickedness. Ephesians 4:15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ Himself, who is the head. Proverbs 12:22 Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight. 2 John 1:4 I was overjoyed to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father has commanded us. 3 John 1:4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. Psalm 15:2 He who walks with integrity and practices righteousness, who speaks the truth from his heart, Ephesians 5:9 for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness, and truth. Proverbs 21:15 Justice executed is a joy to the righteous, but a terror to the workers of iniquity. John 8:32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Isaiah 61:8 For I, the LORD, love justice; I hate robbery and iniquity; in My faithfulness I will give them their recompense and make an everlasting covenant with them. 1 John 3:18 Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth. Jeremiah 9:24 But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. Treasury of Scripture Rejoices not in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; Rejoiceth not. 1 Samuel 23:19-21 Then came up the Ziphites to Saul to Gibeah, saying, Doth not David hide himself with us in strong holds in the wood, in the hill of Hachilah, which is on the south of Jeshimon? … 2 Samuel 4:10-12 When one told me, saying, Behold, Saul is dead, thinking to have brought good tidings, I took hold of him, and slew him in Ziklag, who thought that I would have given him a reward for his tidings: … Psalm 10:3 For the wicked boasteth of his heart's desire, and blesseth the covetous, whom the LORD abhorreth. rejoiceth. Exodus 18:9 And Jethro rejoiced for all the goodness which the LORD had done to Israel, whom he had delivered out of the hand of the Egyptians. Joshua 22:22-33 The LORD God of gods, the LORD God of gods, he knoweth, and Israel he shall know; if it be in rebellion, or if in transgression against the LORD, (save us not this day,) … Romans 12:9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. in the truth. Jump to Previous Delight Evil Finds Iniquity Injustice Joy Joyfully Love Others Pleasure Rejoice Rejoices Rejoiceth Right Sides Truth Unrighteousness Wrong WrongdoingJump to Next Delight Evil Finds Iniquity Injustice Joy Joyfully Love Others Pleasure Rejoice Rejoices Rejoiceth Right Sides Truth Unrighteousness Wrong Wrongdoing1 Corinthians 13 1. All gifts,3. however excellent, are of no worth without love. 4. The praises thereof, 13. as love is greatest before hope and faith. Love takes no pleasure in evil This phrase emphasizes the moral and ethical nature of love. In the biblical context, "evil" refers to anything that is contrary to God's nature and commandments. The Greek word for "evil" here is "adikia," which can also mean injustice or unrighteousness. This aligns with the broader biblical teaching that love is inherently good and seeks the welfare of others. In the cultural context of Corinth, a city known for its immorality and idolatry, this statement would have been a powerful reminder to the believers to distinguish themselves by their conduct. The idea that love does not delight in wrongdoing is consistent with the teachings found in other parts of Scripture, such as Romans 12:9, which instructs believers to "hate what is evil; cling to what is good." but rejoices in the truth Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 1 Corinthians, Paul was writing to the church in Corinth to address various issues and to teach them about the nature of true Christian love. 2. The Church in Corinth A diverse and often troubled congregation in the ancient city of Corinth, known for its moral and spiritual challenges. 3. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth, commerce, and moral decadence, which influenced the church's struggles. Teaching Points Understanding True LoveTrue love, as defined by God, does not find joy in wrongdoing or evil. Instead, it aligns itself with truth and righteousness. The Nature of Evil and Truth Evil is anything that contradicts God's nature and commands. Truth is rooted in God's character and His Word. Love naturally gravitates towards truth. Rejoicing in Truth As believers, we are called to celebrate and uphold truth in our lives and communities. This involves discerning and rejecting falsehoods and embracing God's truth. Practical Love in Action In our daily interactions, we should strive to reflect God's love by promoting truth and rejecting evil, whether in personal relationships, community involvement, or broader societal issues. Love as a Moral Compass Love serves as a guide for ethical behavior, steering us away from actions that harm others and towards those that build up and encourage.(6) Rejoiceth not in iniquity.--The attitude of our mind towards sin is a great test of the truth of our religious feeling.Verse 6. - Rejoiceth not in iniquity; rather, at unrighteousness. The rejoicing at sin, the taking pleasure in them that commit sin, the exultation over the fall of others into sin, are among the worst forms of malignity (Romans 1:32; 2 Thessalonians 2:12). The Greeks had a word, ἐπιχαιρεκακία, to describe "rejoicing at the evil" (whether sin or misfortune) of others (Proverbs 24:17); Schadenfreude, "malignant joy" (Arist., 'Eth.,' 2:7, 15). It is the detestable feeling indicated by the remark of La Rochefoucald, "that there is something not altogether disagreeable to us in the misfortunes of our best friends." Rejoiceth in the truth; rather, with the truth. There are many who "resist the truth" (2 Timothy 3:8); or who "hold the truth in unrighteousness" (Romans 1:18); but love accepts it, keeps it pure, exults in all its triumphs (Acts 11:23 2John 4). Parallel Commentaries ... Greek [Love] takes no pleasureχαίρει (chairei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 5463: A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well. in ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at. evil, ἀδικίᾳ (adikia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 93: Injustice, unrighteousness, hurt. From adikos; injustice; morally, wrongfulness. but δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. rejoices συνχαίρει (synchairei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4796: To rejoice with, congratulate. From sun and chairo; to sympathize in gladness, congratulate. in the τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. truth. ἀληθείᾳ (alētheia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 225: From alethes; truth. Links 1 Corinthians 13:6 NIV1 Corinthians 13:6 NLT 1 Corinthians 13:6 ESV 1 Corinthians 13:6 NASB 1 Corinthians 13:6 KJV 1 Corinthians 13:6 BibleApps.com 1 Corinthians 13:6 Biblia Paralela 1 Corinthians 13:6 Chinese Bible 1 Corinthians 13:6 French Bible 1 Corinthians 13:6 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 13:6 Doesn't rejoice in unrighteousness but rejoices (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) |
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