1 Corinthians 1:21 meaning and explanation
For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know Him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe.
1 Corinthians 1:21, Berean Standard Bible
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Paul is writing to a divided church in Corinth where believers prized human wisdom and impressive speakers. In verse 21 he argues that the world, for all its learning, failed to know God through its own wisdom.
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