1 Corinthians 10:24
“Let no one seek his own, but each one his neighbor's good.”
— 1 Corinthians 10:24
About this verse
1 Corinthians 10:24 comes from the book of 1 Corinthians, written during the Apostolic Era (~50 AD) period. The setting is letter instruction. The dominant emotion in this verse is growing, with a comfort power of 30% and a tone that is commanding. It belongs to the instruction genre of biblical literature. Key themes include selflessness, community care. Notable phrases: seek his neighbor's good. This verse contains a command.
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Apostolic Era (~50 AD)
Emotion
growing
Type
instruction
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