1 Corinthians 12:23 Meaning
And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we bestow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness.
Context Explained
21And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you.
22Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary:
23And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we bestow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness.
24For our comely parts have no need: but God hath tempered the body together, having given more abundant honour to that part which lacked:
25That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 12:10
Both verses emphasize honoring one another within the body of Christ.
Ephesians 4:16
This verse also speaks to the unity and interdependence of the church body.
1 Peter 2:9
This verse describes believers as a chosen people, emphasizing their value in God's eyes.
Source: 1 Corinthians 12:23