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For to one is given through the Spirit the word of wisdom, and to another the word of knowledge, according to the same Spirit;
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Wisdom vs. Knowledge
Scholars explain that the 'word of wisdom' and 'word of knowledge' are distinct intellectual gifts. While definitions vary, 'wisdom' is often seen as a profound, comprehensive understanding of God's plan of salvation, while 'knowledge' involves the ability to clearly articulate specific spiritual truths and doctrines. Both are supernatural endowments from the Spirit.
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1 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For to one is given. In order to show what endowments he refers to, the apostle here particularizes the various gifts which the Holy Spiri…
To one (ω μεν). Demonstrative ος with μεν in dative case, to this one. The distribution or correlation is carried on by αλλω δε (v…
19th Century
Anglican
For to one is given by the Spirit.—1 Corinthians 12:8–10 illustrate the previous statements regarding the var…
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Paul goes on to declare that many spiritual gifts are given by the Spirit for the total good or profit of his church. Different gifts are given to …
16th Century
Protestant
To one is given He now adds an enumeration, or, in other words, specifies particular kinds—not indeed all of them, but such as are suffici…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For to one is given by the Spirit Now follows a distinct and particular enumeration of the operations of the Spirit,…
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Spiritual gifts were extraordinary powers bestowed in the early ages, to convince unbelievers and to spread the gospel. Gifts and graces greatly di…
13th Century
Catholic
After setting forth in general the distinction of graces, ministries, and operations, the Apostle now explains in detail what he had said. He addre…
