1 Corinthians 10:24
New International Version
No one should seek their own good, but the good of others.

New Living Translation
Don’t be concerned for your own good but for the good of others.

English Standard Version
Let no one seek his own good, but the good of his neighbor.

Berean Standard Bible
No one should seek his own good, but the good of others.

Berean Literal Bible
Let no one seek the good of himself, but that of the other.

King James Bible
Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth.

New King James Version
Let no one seek his own, but each one the other’s well-being.

New American Standard Bible
No one is to seek his own advantage, but rather that of his neighbor.

NASB 1995
Let no one seek his own good, but that of his neighbor.

NASB 1977
Let no one seek his own good, but that of his neighbor.

Legacy Standard Bible
Let no one seek his own good, but that of the other person.

Amplified Bible
Let no one seek [only] his own good, but [also] that of the other person.

Christian Standard Bible
No one is to seek his own good, but the good of the other person.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
No one should seek his own good, but the good of the other person.

American Standard Version
Let no man seek his own, but each his neighbor's good.

Contemporary English Version
We should think about others and not about ourselves.

English Revised Version
Let no man seek his own, but each his neighbour's good.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
People should be concerned about others and not just about themselves.

Good News Translation
None of you should be looking out for your own interests, but for the interests of others.

International Standard Version
No one should seek his own welfare, but rather his neighbor's.

Majority Standard Bible
No one should seek his own good, but the good of others.

NET Bible
Do not seek your own good, but the good of the other person.

New Heart English Bible
Let no one seek his own, but his neighbor's good.

Webster's Bible Translation
Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth.

Weymouth New Testament
Let no one be for ever seeking his own good, but let each seek that of his fellow man.

World English Bible
Let no one seek his own, but each one his neighbor’s good.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
let no one seek his own—but each another’s.

Berean Literal Bible
Let no one seek the good of himself, but that of the other.

Young's Literal Translation
let no one seek his own -- but each another's.

Smith's Literal Translation
Let none seek his own, but each another's.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Let no man seek his own, but that which is another's.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Let no one seek for himself, but for others.

New American Bible
No one should seek his own advantage, but that of his neighbor.

New Revised Standard Version
Do not seek your own advantage, but that of the other.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But let no man seek for himself alone, but let every man seek for his neighbor also.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
No man should seek what is selfish, but every person also what is for his neighbor.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Let no one seek his own, but each the welfare of the other.

Godbey New Testament
Let no one seek his own, but that of another.

Haweis New Testament
Let no man seek his own gratification, but every one another’s good.

Mace New Testament
Let no man consult barely his own interest: but every man that of others.

Weymouth New Testament
Let no one be for ever seeking his own good, but let each seek that of his fellow man.

Worrell New Testament
Let no one seek his own, but each another's good.

Worsley New Testament
Let no one seek his own only, but every one another's benefit.
Audio Bible



Context
All to God's Glory
23“Everything is permissible,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible,” but not everything is edifying. 24No one should seek his own good, but the good of others. 25Eat anything sold in the meat market without raising questions of conscience,…

Cross References
Philippians 2:4
Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.

Romans 15:2
Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.

Galatians 6:2
Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

1 Corinthians 13:5
It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs.

Romans 14:19
So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

Matthew 22:39
And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’

1 John 3:17-18
If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him? / Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth.

Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.

1 Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing.

Hebrews 10:24
And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds.

James 2:8
If you really fulfill the royal law stated in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing well.

Ephesians 4:32
Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.

Luke 6:31
Do to others as you would have them do to you.

Matthew 7:12
In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets.

Leviticus 19:18
Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.


Treasury of Scripture

Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth.

seek.

1 Corinthians 10:33
Even as I please all men in all things, not seeking mine own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved.

1 Corinthians 9:19-23
For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more…

1 Corinthians 13:5
Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;

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1 Corinthians 10
1. The sacraments of the Jews are types of ours;
7. and their punishments,
11. examples for us.
13. We must flee from idolatry.
21. We must not make the Lord's table the table of demons;
24. and in all things we must have regard for our brothers.














No one
This phrase emphasizes the universality of the instruction. In the Greek, "oudeis" is used, which means "no one" or "none." This is a call to all believers, without exception, to adopt a mindset that transcends self-interest. Historically, the early Christian community was marked by a radical departure from the self-centered norms of Greco-Roman society, which often prioritized personal gain and status. This directive is a counter-cultural call to live in a way that reflects the selflessness of Christ.

should seek
The Greek word "zeteo" is used here, meaning "to seek" or "to strive for." This implies an active pursuit, not a passive or occasional consideration. The Christian life, as Paul outlines, is one of intentionality and purpose. The believer is to actively pursue the welfare of others, reflecting the proactive love of God. This aligns with the broader scriptural narrative that calls for a life of service and love, as seen in the life of Jesus.

his own good
The phrase "to heautou sumphoron" in Greek refers to one's own benefit or advantage. In a world that often prioritizes personal success and self-fulfillment, Paul challenges believers to redefine what is truly beneficial. The Christian understanding of "good" is not self-centered but is found in the well-being of the community and the glorification of God. This reflects the biblical principle that true life is found in giving oneself away, as Jesus taught in the Gospels.

but
This conjunction "alla" in Greek serves as a strong contrast, indicating a shift from self-centeredness to other-centeredness. It marks a pivotal transition in the believer's mindset and actions. The use of "but" here is not merely a suggestion but a command to adopt a new way of living that is in stark contrast to the natural human inclination.

the good of others
The Greek phrase "to tou heterou" translates to "the good of the other." This encapsulates the essence of Christian ethics, which is love and service to others. The early church was known for its communal living and care for one another, which was a powerful testimony to the surrounding culture. This call to seek the good of others is rooted in the example of Christ, who came not to be served, but to serve. It is a call to embody the love of God in tangible ways, prioritizing the needs and well-being of others above our own. This principle is foundational to the Christian faith and is echoed throughout the New Testament, urging believers to live lives marked by love, sacrifice, and service.

(24) But every man another's wealth.--Better, but each one another's good. The English word "wealth" has, in process of time, come to bear a limited significance, such as did not originally belong to it. By "wealth" we now mean temporal possessions or advantage; it originally meant "good," including more especially "moral welfare," as in the collect for the Queen in the Prayer Book, "Grant her in health and wealth long to live."

Verse 24. - But every man another's wealth. The addition of the word "wealth" is very infelicitous. Rather, as in the Revised Version, but each his neighbour's good (comp. ver. 33 and Romans 15:2).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
No one
μηδεὶς (mēdeis)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3367: No one, none, nothing.

should seek
ζητείτω (zēteitō)
Verb - Present Imperative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2212: To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot.

his own
ἑαυτοῦ (heautou)
Reflexive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself.

[good],
τὸ (to)
Article - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

but
ἀλλὰ (alla)
Conjunction
Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.

[the good]
τὸ (to)
Article - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

of others.
ἑτέρου (heterou)
Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2087: (a) of two: another, a second, (b) other, different, (c) one's neighbor. Of uncertain affinity; other or different.


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