That which is perfect (το τελειον). The perfect, the full-grown (τελος, end), the mature. See on 2:6. Hοταν ελθη is second aorist …

But when that which is perfect is come. It does come; or it will come. This proposition is couched in a general form. It means that when <…

That which is perfect.—This verse shows, by the emphatic “then,” that the time when the gifts will cease is the end of th…

Much of what we call knowledge, much of what we call eloquence, will all be put away. As our spiritual growth increases, we shall not need these ch…

Love is permanent, in contrast with prophecies, tongues, and knowledge— all of which will cease to exist because they will cease to be needed. The …

When that which is perfect is come. “When the goal has been reached, then the helps in the race will be done away.” He retains, however, t…

But when that which is perfect is come
When perfect knowledge of God, of Christ, and of the mysteries of the kingdom…

Charity is much to be preferred to the gifts on which the Corinthians prided themselves. This preference is due to its longer continuance. It is a …

After showing that charity excels the other gifts of the Holy Spirit because of its nece ity and fruitfulne , the Apostle now shows the excellence …