1 Corinthians 2:4

And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power:

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Other Translations for 1 Corinthians 2:4

BSB
My message and my preaching were not with persuasive words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit's power,
AKJV
And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power:
CPDV
And my words and preaching were not the persuasive words of human wisdom, but were a manifestation of the Spirit and of virtue,
ERV
And my speech and my preaching were not in persuasive words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power:
NHEB
My speech and my preaching were not in persuasive words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power,
SMT
And my word and my proclaiming not in persuasible words of man's wisdom, but in manifestation of the Spirit and of power.

Commentary for 1 Corinthians 2:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Corinthians 2:4
Summary
Preaching demonstrated spiritual power through action, not words
Place
Corinth
Event
Contrasting ministry styles
Estimated Time Period
c. 53-54 AD
Category
Teaching