New International Version If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. New Living Translation If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad. English Standard Version If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together. Berean Standard Bible If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. Berean Literal Bible And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is glorified, all the members rejoice with it. King James Bible And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it. New King James Version And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. New American Standard Bible And if one part of the body suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if a part is honored, all the parts rejoice with it. NASB 1995 And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. NASB 1977 And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Legacy Standard Bible And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Amplified Bible And if one member suffers, all the parts share the suffering; if one member is honored, all rejoice with it. Berean Annotated Bible If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. Christian Standard Bible So if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Holman Christian Standard Bible So if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. American Standard Version And whether one member suffereth, all the members suffer with it; or one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Contemporary English Version If one part of our body hurts, we hurt all over. If one part of our body is honored, the whole body will be happy. English Revised Version And whether one member suffereth, all the members suffer with it; or one member is honoured, all the members rejoice with it. GOD'S WORD® Translation If one part of the body suffers, all the other parts share its suffering. If one part is praised, all the others share in its happiness. Good News Translation If one part of the body suffers, all the other parts suffer with it; if one part is praised, all the other parts share its happiness. International Standard Version If one part suffers, every part suffers with it. If one part is praised, every part rejoices with it. NET Bible If one member suffers, everyone suffers with it. If a member is honored, all rejoice with it. New Heart English Bible When one member suffers, all the members suffer with it. If a member is honored, all rejoice with it. Webster's Bible Translation And thus if one member suffers all the members suffer with it; or, if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Weymouth New Testament And if one part is suffering, every other part suffers with it; or if one part is receiving special honor, every other part shares in the joy. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIf one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. World English Bible When one member suffers, all the members suffer with it. When one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand whether one member suffers, all the members suffer with [it], or one member is glorified, all the members rejoice with [it]; Berean Literal Bible And if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; if one member is glorified, all the members rejoice with it. Young's Literal Translation and whether one member doth suffer, suffer with it do all the members, or one member is glorified, rejoice with it do all the members; Smith's Literal Translation And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer together; or one member is honoured, all the members rejoice together. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd if one member suffer any thing, all the members suffer with it; or if one member glory, all the members rejoice with it. Catholic Public Domain Version And so, if one part suffers anything, all the parts suffer with it. Or, if one part finds glory, all the parts rejoice with it. New American Bible If [one] part suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if one part is honored, all the parts share its joy. New Revised Standard Version If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo when one member is in pain, all the members suffer with it; and if one member is honored, all the members will glory with it. Aramaic Bible in Plain English So now, when one member shall suffer, all of them shall share the pain. And if one member rejoices, all the members shall rejoice. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand if one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or if one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Godbey New Testament And if one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; if one member is glorified, all the members rejoice with it. Haweis New Testament And if one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; and if one member be exalted, all the members rejoice with it. Mace New Testament so that if one member suffer, they all suffer with it: or if one be honoured, they partake of it. Weymouth New Testament And if one part is suffering, every other part suffers with it; or if one part is receiving special honor, every other part shares in the joy. Worrell New Testament And whether one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or one is honored, all the members rejoice with it. Worsley New Testament And so if one member suffer all the members suffer with it; and if one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Body of Christ…25so that there should be no division in the body, but that its members should have mutual concern for one another. 26 If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. 27Now you are the body of Christ, and each of you is a member of it.… Cross References If one part suffers, Hebrews 13:3 Remember those in prison as if you were bound with them, and those who are mistreated as if you were suffering with them. Galatians 6:2 Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. 2 Corinthians 11:29 Who is weak, and I am not weak? Who is led into sin, and I do not burn with grief? every part suffers with it; 2 Corinthians 1:6-7 If we are afflicted, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which accomplishes in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we experience. / And our hope for you is sure, because we know that just as you share in our sufferings, so also you will share in our comfort. Philippians 4:14 Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction. 1 Peter 5:9 Resist him, standing firm in your faith and in the knowledge that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering. if one part is honored, Romans 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. 1 Thessalonians 5:13 In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another. Philippians 2:29 Welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honor men like him, every part rejoices with it. Romans 12:15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep. Philippians 2:17-18 But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. / So you too should be glad and rejoice with me. 2 Corinthians 2:3 I wrote as I did so that on my arrival I would not be grieved by those who ought to make me rejoice. I had confidence in all of you, that you would share my joy. 1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. 1 Thessalonians 5:14 And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone. Ephesians 4:25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one another. Philippians 2:4 Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Treasury of Scripture And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honored, all the members rejoice with it. Romans 12:15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 2 Corinthians 11:28,29 Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches… Galatians 6:2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. Jump to Previous Body Feeling Glad Glorified Honor Honored Honoured Joy Member Members Pain Part Parts Receiving Rejoice Rejoices Shares Special Suffer Suffering Suffers Together WhetherJump to Next Body Feeling Glad Glorified Honor Honored Honoured Joy Member Members Pain Part Parts Receiving Rejoice Rejoices Shares Special Suffer Suffering Suffers Together Whether1 Corinthians 12 1. Spiritual gifts,4. are diverse, 7. yet to profit all. 8. And to that end are diversely bestowed; 12. as the members of a natural body tend all to the mutual decency, 22. service, 26. and helpfulness of the same body; 27. so we should do for one another, to make up the body of Christ. If one part suffers, Christ has joined believers into one body, so no member’s pain is isolated or insignificant. The divisions troubling Corinth contradicted this reality. Love requires believers to bear one another’s burdens, weep with those who weep, and provide practical care when fellow Christians face grief, persecution, weakness, or need. Heb 13:3 Remember those in prison as if you were bound with them,… every part suffers with it; The whole church is affected when one member is wounded, neglected, or led into sin. The early believers demonstrated such shared responsibility by caring for one another’s material needs and refusing to treat hardship as someone else’s concern. Christ Himself entered human suffering and bore the penalty of sin, giving His people the pattern of sacrificial compassion. 2Co 1:6-7 If we are afflicted, it is for your comfort and salvation;… if one part is honored, God gives different gifts, responsibilities, and opportunities for service within the church. Honor belongs not to human status or self-promotion, but to faithful service that strengthens Christ’s body. In a city marked by competition for social standing, Paul directs believers to esteem one another above themselves and to recognize God’s work in every member. Rom 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love.… every part rejoices with it. The blessing, growth, or faithful service of one believer should bring joy to all. Envy fractures fellowship, but shared rejoicing recognizes that God’s grace to one member benefits the entire body. Such joy reflects the gladness of the early church and anticipates the perfect unity and joy of God’s people in His presence. Rom 12:15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep. Persons / Places / Events 1. Apostle PaulThe author of 1 Corinthians, Paul was addressing the church in Corinth, a diverse and often divided congregation. His letters aimed to instruct and unify the believers in their faith and practice. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and diversity. The church in Corinth faced many challenges, including divisions and moral issues, which Paul sought to address in his letters. 3. The Body of Christ A metaphor used by Paul to describe the church, emphasizing unity and interdependence among believers, much like the parts of a human body. Teaching Points Unity in DiversityThe church is made up of diverse individuals, each with unique gifts and roles. Despite this diversity, believers are called to function as one body, supporting and caring for each other. Empathy and Compassion Christians are encouraged to develop empathy, sharing in the joys and sufferings of fellow believers. This reflects the love and compassion of Christ. Interdependence No believer is isolated; each person's experiences affect the whole community. Recognizing this interdependence fosters a supportive and nurturing church environment. Mutual Honor and Support When one member is honored, the whole body rejoices. This teaches believers to celebrate each other's successes and support one another in times of need. Practical Love in Action The call to suffer and rejoice together is a practical expression of love, requiring action and involvement in the lives of others within the church community. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 12:26?2. How can we practically "suffer together" as described in 1 Corinthians 12:26? 3. What does "rejoice together" mean for our church community today? 4. How does 1 Corinthians 12:26 connect with Romans 12:15 on empathy? 5. Why is unity important in the body of Christ according to this verse? 6. How can we better support each other in times of suffering and joy? 7. How does 1 Corinthians 12:26 emphasize the importance of unity within the church body? 8. What historical context influenced Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 12:26? 9. How does 1 Corinthians 12:26 challenge individualism in modern Christian communities? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 12? What Does 1 Corinthians 12:26 Mean If one part suffers- Paul is speaking of the church as Christ’s body (1 Colossians 12:12–13). When “one part suffers,” it is never an isolated event; the whole body is involved. - Romans 12:15a echoes this: “Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep”. - Hebrews 13:3 reminds us to “Remember those in chains as if you were bound with them.” - Practical picture: when you stub a toe, your whole body reacts—eyes water, hands clutch, voice cries out. Likewise, if a brother or sister is hurting—physically, emotionally, or spiritually—the church responds as a single organism, not detached individuals. - This calls us to: • Be attentive to needs we might otherwise overlook. • Offer presence, prayer, material help, and encouragement, letting others’ pain interrupt our routines. every part suffers with it - Shared suffering is not optional; it is the normal functioning of a healthy body. - Galatians 6:2 says, “Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ”. - Colossians 3:12–13 points us to compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience—virtues that make shared suffering tangible. - When we “suffer with” another: • We testify to the reality of Christ’s presence among us (John 13:35). • We guard against isolation and bitterness taking root in the hurting member. • We deepen unity; shared pain forges bonds that casual fellowship cannot. if one part is honored - Honor can be victory over sin, public recognition, answered prayer, or any gracious gift God bestows. - Instead of envy or indifference, the body is called to celebrate. - Proverbs 3:27 urges, “Do not withhold good from the deserving when it is within your power to act”. - Philippians 2:3 tells us to “esteem others more highly than ourselves,” making space in our hearts to recognize God’s work in someone else. every part rejoices with it - Shared joy is as important as shared pain. - Romans 12:15b completes the balance: “Rejoice with those who rejoice.” - Luke 15:6–7 shows heaven’s pattern—when one lost sheep is found, there is collective celebration. - Benefits of rejoicing together: • It magnifies God’s glory; one person’s testimony becomes many voices praising. • It crushes jealousy by replacing comparison with gratitude. • It strengthens hope; if God answered for one, He can for all (Revelation 19:10b). summary 1 Corinthians 12:26 calls believers to live as inseparable parts of Christ’s body. Pain in one member summons the whole church to compassionate participation; honor in one member summons the whole church to joyful celebration. In both sorrow and joy, we display the unity Christ purchased, bear witness to His love, and grow together in maturity and mutual care. (26) And whether one member suffer.—This verse completes the statement of the perfect unity of the members in one body and with one another. They are not only physically joined together, but they are so united as to feel together.Verse 26. - Whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it, etc. St. Chrysostom illustrates this verse by saying that if a thorn runs into the heel, the whole body feels it and is troubled; and that, on the ether hand, if the head is garlanded, the whole man is glorified.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Ifεἴτε (eite) Conjunction Strong's 1535: And if, whether. From ei and te; if too. one ἓν (hen) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. part μέλος (melos) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 3196: A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body. suffers, πάσχει (paschei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3958: I am acted upon in a certain way, either good or bad; I experience ill treatment, suffer. every πάντα (panta) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. part μέλη (melē) Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural Strong's 3196: A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body. suffers with [it]; συμπάσχει (sympaschei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4841: To suffer together with, sympathize. From sun and pascho; to experience pain jointly or of the same kind. if εἴτε (eite) Conjunction Strong's 1535: And if, whether. From ei and te; if too. one ἓν (hen) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. part μέλος (melos) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 3196: A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body. is honored, δοξάζεται (doxazetai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1392: To glorify, honor, bestow glory on. From doxa; to render glorious. every πάντα (panta) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. part μέλη (melē) Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural Strong's 3196: A bodily organ, limb, member. Of uncertain affinity; a limb or part of the body. rejoices with [it]. συνχαίρει (synchairei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4796: To rejoice with, congratulate. From sun and chairo; to sympathize in gladness, congratulate. Additonal Resources 1 Corinthians 12:26 Blue Letter Bible1 Corinthians 12:26 Bible Gateway 1 Corinthians 12:26 Bible.com 1 Corinthians 12:26 NIV |
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