Bible Strands
1 Corinthians 10:24
No one should seek his own good, but the good of others.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Corinthian church regarding food sacrificed to idols, immediately after distinguishing between what is permissible and what is beneficial or edifying. The words — ζητείτω (zēteitō) = should seek; ἑαυτοῦ (he'autou) = of himself. The thread — This directive recurs in Romans 15:1, Philippians 2:4, and 1 Corinthians 10:33. Why it lands — The text commands readers to prioritize the welfare of others over personal preference.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Let no man seek his own, but every man another’s wealth.
Cross-references
- Romans 15:1 We who are strong ought to bear with the shortcomings of the weak and not to please ourselves.
- Philippians 2:4 Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.
- 1 Corinthians 10:33 as I also try to please everyone in all I do. For I am not seeking my own good, but the good of many, that they may be saved.
- Philippians 2:21 For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
- 1 Corinthians 9:19 Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible.
- 1 Corinthians 13:5 It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs.
- 2 Corinthians 12:14 See, I am ready to come to you a third time, and I will not be a burden, because I am not seeking your possessions, but you. For children should not have to save up for their parents, but parents for their children.