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1 Corinthians 15:12
But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead?
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Corinthian believers, noting the contradiction between their shared preaching and a faction's denial of a future resurrection.
The words — ἐγήγερται (egēgertai) translates literally as "He has been raised," while νεκρῶν (nekrōn) means "of the dead."
The thread — The tension between resurrection proclamation and denial appears in Acts 17:32, Acts 26:8, and 2 Timothy 2:18.
Why it lands — The passage requires readers to align their confession of Christ's past resurrection with the necessary implication of a future general resurrection.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Now if Christ be preached that he rose from the dead, how say some among you that there is no resurrection of the dead?
Cross-references
- Acts 26:8 Why would any of you consider it incredible that God raises the dead?
- Acts 17:32 When they heard about the resurrection of the dead, some began to mock him, but others said, “We want to hear you again on this topic.”
- 2 Timothy 2:18 who have deviated from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already occurred, and they undermine the faith of some.
- Acts 23:8 For the Sadducees say that there is neither a resurrection nor angels nor spirits, but the Pharisees acknowledge them all.
- 1 Corinthians 15:13 If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised.
- 2 Thessalonians 2:17 encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good word and deed.