Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. New Living Translation But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead. He is the first of a great harvest of all who have died. English Standard Version But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. Berean Standard Bible But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. Berean Literal Bible But now Christ has been raised out from the dead, the firstfruit of those having fallen asleep. King James Bible But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept. New King James Version But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. New American Standard Bible But the fact is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. NASB 1995 But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. NASB 1977 But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. Legacy Standard Bible But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. Amplified Bible But now [as things really are] Christ has in fact been raised from the dead, [and He became] the first fruits [that is, the first to be resurrected with an incorruptible, immortal body, foreshadowing the resurrection] of those who have fallen asleep [in death]. Christian Standard Bible But as it is, Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. Holman Christian Standard Bible But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. American Standard Version But now hath Christ been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of them that are asleep. Contemporary English Version But Christ has been raised to life! And he makes us certain that others will also be raised to life. English Revised Version But now hath Christ been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of them that are asleep. GOD'S WORD® Translation But now Christ has come back from the dead. He is the very first person of those who have died to come back to life. Good News Translation But the truth is that Christ has been raised from death, as the guarantee that those who sleep in death will also be raised. International Standard Version But at this moment the Messiah stands risen from the dead, the first one offered in the harvest of those who have died. Majority Standard Bible But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. NET Bible But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. New Heart English Bible But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. Webster's Bible Translation But now is Christ raised from the dead, and become the first-fruits of them that slept. Weymouth New Testament But, in reality, Christ *has* risen from among the dead, being the first to do so of those who are asleep. World English Bible But now Christ has been raised from the dead. He became the first fruit of those who are asleep. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd now, Christ has risen out of the dead—He became the first-fruits of those sleeping, Berean Literal Bible But now Christ has been raised out from the dead, the firstfruit of those having fallen asleep. Young's Literal Translation And now, Christ hath risen out of the dead -- the first-fruits of those sleeping he became, Smith's Literal Translation And now Was Christ raised from the dead, he was the first fruits of those having died. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut now Christ is risen from the dead, the firstfruits of them that sleep : Catholic Public Domain Version But now Christ has risen again from the dead, as the first-fruits of those who sleep. New American Bible But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. New Revised Standard Version But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut now we know Christ is risen from the dead and become the first-fruits of those who have died. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But now The Messiah is risen from among the dead and is the first fruits of those who sleep. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut now, Christ has risen from the dead, the first-fruits of those who slept. Godbey New Testament But now Christ is risen from the dead, the firstfruit of them that slept. Haweis New Testament But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first-fruit of those who have fallen asleep. Mace New Testament But Christ is actually risen, as previous to those who were dead. Weymouth New Testament But, in reality, Christ *has* risen from among the dead, being the first to do so of those who are asleep. Worrell New Testament But now hath Christ been raised from the dead, the First fruit of those who have fallen asleep. Worsley New Testament But now Christ is risen from the dead, and is become the first-fruits of them that slept: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Order of Resurrection19If our hope in Christ is for this life alone, we are to be pitied more than all men. 20But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man.… Cross References Romans 6:9 For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, He cannot die again; death no longer has dominion over Him. Colossians 1:18 And He is the head of the body, the church; He is the beginning and firstborn from among the dead, so that in all things He may have preeminence. Acts 26:23 that the Christ would suffer, and as the first to rise from the dead, would proclaim light to our people and to the Gentiles.” Revelation 1:5 and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood, John 11:25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, we also believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him. 2 Timothy 1:10 And now He has revealed this grace through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has abolished death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the gospel, Philippians 3:21 who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body. Romans 8:11 And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you. John 5:28-29 Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming when all who are in their graves will hear His voice / and come out—those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment. Matthew 28:6 He is not here; He has risen, just as He said! Come, see the place where He lay. Luke 24:5-6 As the women bowed their faces to the ground in terror, the two men asked them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? / He is not here; He has risen! Remember how He told you while He was still in Galilee: Acts 2:24 But God raised Him from the dead, releasing Him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep Him in its grip. Hebrews 2:14-15 Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil, / and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. Isaiah 26:19 Your dead will live; their bodies will rise. Awake and sing, you who dwell in the dust! For your dew is like the dew of the morning, and the earth will bring forth her dead. Treasury of Scripture But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that slept. now. 1 Corinthians 15:4-8 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: … the first-fruits. 1 Corinthians 15:23 But every man in his own order: Christ the firstfruits; afterward they that are Christ's at his coming. Acts 26:23 That Christ should suffer, and that he should be the first that should rise from the dead, and should shew light unto the people, and to the Gentiles. Romans 8:11 But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you. Jump to Previous Asleep Christ Dead Fact Fallen First Firstfruits First-Fruits Fruits Indeed Raised Reality Risen Sleeping SleptJump to Next Asleep Christ Dead Fact Fallen First Firstfruits First-Fruits Fruits Indeed Raised Reality Risen Sleeping Slept1 Corinthians 15 1. By Christ's resurrection,12. he proves the necessity of our resurrection, 16. against all such as deny the resurrection of the body. 21. The fruit, 35. and the manner thereof; 51. and of the resurrection of those who shall be found alive at the last day. But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead This phrase affirms the central tenet of Christian faith: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The resurrection is a historical event that is foundational to Christian doctrine, as it validates Jesus' divinity and the truth of His teachings. The resurrection is mentioned in all four Gospels and is a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, such as Psalm 16:10 and Isaiah 53:10-12. The resurrection is also a demonstration of God's power over death, as seen in Romans 6:9, which states that death no longer has dominion over Him. The phrase "has indeed been raised" emphasizes the certainty and reality of this event, countering any claims that it was metaphorical or spiritual rather than physical. the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep Persons / Places / Events 1. ChristCentral figure in Christianity, whose resurrection is the cornerstone of Christian faith. His resurrection is described as the "firstfruits," indicating a promise of what is to come for believers. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece where the Apostle Paul established a church. The letter to the Corinthians addresses various issues within the church, including misunderstandings about the resurrection. 3. Paul the Apostle The author of 1 Corinthians, who wrote to the church in Corinth to correct doctrinal errors and provide guidance on Christian living. 4. Resurrection The event of Christ rising from the dead, which is a pivotal event in Christian theology, signifying victory over sin and death. 5. Firstfruits A term used in agricultural contexts to describe the first portion of the harvest, which is offered to God. In this context, it signifies Christ as the first to be raised, guaranteeing the future resurrection of believers. Teaching Points The Certainty of ResurrectionChrist's resurrection is a historical and spiritual reality that assures believers of their future resurrection. This certainty should strengthen our faith and hope. Christ as the Firstfruits Just as the firstfruits in agriculture signify the beginning of the harvest, Christ's resurrection is the beginning of the resurrection of all believers. This should encourage us to live in anticipation of eternal life. Victory Over Death The resurrection of Christ signifies victory over death, which is the last enemy. Believers can live without fear of death, knowing it has been conquered. Living in Light of the Resurrection Understanding the resurrection should impact how we live daily, encouraging us to live holy and purposeful lives, knowing our labor in the Lord is not in vain. Hope in Grief For those who have lost loved ones in Christ, the resurrection provides hope and comfort, knowing that death is not the end.(20) But now . . .--From the hopeless and ghastly conclusion in which the hypothetical propositions of the previous verse would logically land us, the Apostle turns, with the consciousness of truth, to the hopeful faith to which a belief in the resurrection leads. It cannot be so. Now is Christ risen from the dead. And that is no isolated fact. As the firstfruits were typical of the whole harvest (Leviticus 23:10-11), so is Christ. He rose, not to the exclusion but to the inclusion of all Humanity. If St. Paul wrote this Epistle about the time of Passover (see Introduction, and 1Corinthians 5:6; 1Corinthians 16:8), the fact that the Paschal Sabbath was immediately followed by the day of offering of firstfruits may have suggested this thought.Verses 20-28. - Results to be deduced from the fact of Christ's resurrection. Verse 20. - But now. Since the supposition that Christ has not risen involves so many suppositions which you will rightly reject as absurd, we may assume the eternal fact that Christ has been raised. And become the firstfruits of them that slept. As the wave sheaf (Leviticus 23:10), which was the firstfruits of the harvest, is also a pledge of the harvest, so Christ is the firstfruits and pledge of the resurrection of all mankind. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. Christ Χριστὸς (Christos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. {has} indeed Νυνὶ (Nyni) Adverb Strong's 3570: A prolonged form of nun for emphasis; just now. been raised ἐγήγερται (egēgertai) Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse. from ἐκ (ek) Preposition Strong's 1537: From out, out from among, from, suggesting from the interior outwards. A primary preposition denoting origin, from, out. [the] dead, νεκρῶν (nekrōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3498: (a) adj: dead, lifeless, subject to death, mortal, (b) noun: a dead body, a corpse. From an apparently primary nekus; dead. [the] firstfruits ἀπαρχὴ (aparchē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 536: From a compound of apo and archomai; a beginning of sacrifice, i.e. The first-fruit. of those who τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. have fallen asleep. κεκοιμημένων (kekoimēmenōn) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 2837: From keimai; to put to sleep, i.e. to slumber; figuratively, to decease. Links 1 Corinthians 15:20 NIV1 Corinthians 15:20 NLT 1 Corinthians 15:20 ESV 1 Corinthians 15:20 NASB 1 Corinthians 15:20 KJV 1 Corinthians 15:20 BibleApps.com 1 Corinthians 15:20 Biblia Paralela 1 Corinthians 15:20 Chinese Bible 1 Corinthians 15:20 French Bible 1 Corinthians 15:20 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 15:20 But now Christ has been raised (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) |
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