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1 Corinthians 1:10
I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Corinthian congregation, who have just been reminded of God's faithfulness (v.9) and are about to be told of specific quarrels (v.11). He issues this appeal at the point where division is already a fact, not a hypothetical.
The words — Παρακαλῶ (parakalō) is a strong exhortation, not a polite suggestion; it carries the force of a formal appeal grounded in authority.
The thread — The same appeal to unity runs through Philippians 2:1, Ephesians 4:1, and 1 Corinthians 12:25, where division in the body is explicitly rejected.
Why it lands — It asks the reader to align mind and conviction with fellow believers, not merely to avoid open conflict. The appeal is made in Christ's name, which makes the demand a matter of fidelity to Him rather than social convenience.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.
Cross-references
- Philippians 2:1 Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion,
- Ephesians 4:1 As a prisoner in the Lord, then, I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received:
- 1 Corinthians 12:25 so that there should be no division in the body, but that its members should have mutual concern for one another.
- Romans 12:16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited.
- James 3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
- 2 Corinthians 13:11 Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.
- Ephesians 4:31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.
- Psalms 133:1 A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!
- Philippians 1:27 Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel,
- 1 Corinthians 11:18 First of all, I hear that when you come together as a church, there are divisions among you, and in part I believe it.