Bible Strands
1 Corinthians 16:21
This greeting is in my own hand—Paul.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Corinthian church at the close of his letter, immediately after instructing them on the collection and the holy kiss.
The words — ἀσπασμὸς (aspasmos) means greeting and χειρὶ (cheiri) means hand, combining to state that the closing salutation is penned by Paul himself.
The thread — The same authentication formula appears in Galatians 6:11, Colossians 4:18, and 2 Thessalonians 3:17.
Why it lands — The text establishes Pauline authorship through handwriting, requiring readers to verify the letter's origin and respond to the closing demand to love the Lord.
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The Greek words
King James Version
The salutation of me Paul with mine own hand.
Cross-references
- Galatians 6:11 See what large letters I am using to write to you with my own hand!
- Colossians 4:18 This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:17 This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. This is my mark in every letter; it is the way I write.
- Romans 16:22 I, Tertius, who wrote down this letter, greet you in the Lord.
- Philemon 1:19 I, Paul, write this with my own hand. I will repay it—not to mention that you owe me your very self.