| Title |
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 53: 1 Corinthians
The Challoner Revision
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Epistle_to_the_Corinthians
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger from etext #1581 prepared by Dennis McCarthy, Atlanta, Georgia and Tad Book, student, Pontifical North American College, Rome
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| Summary |
"The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 53: 1 Corinthians" is a religious text attributed to St. Paul, likely written in the early decades of the Christian era. As part of the New Testament, it addresses early Christian doctrine and community issues among the followers in Corinth. The text focuses on various topics, including moral conduct, church unity, and the significance of Christ's resurrection. In this epistle, St. Paul writes to the church in Corinth, addressing divisions and disputes that have arisen among its members regarding leadership and moral conduct. He emphasizes the importance of unity in faith and the use of spiritual gifts for the edification of the community. Notably, he discusses issues such as the practice of love feasts, the role of women in worship, and the significance of the Eucharist. St. Paul also reassures believers of the resurrection of the dead, portraying it as a cornerstone of Christian faith that promises eternal life through Christ. Overall, the letter provides guidance on living a life aligned with Christian values, promoting love and charity among its followers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Corinthians, 1st
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8353 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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