1Cor 1:23 | RWP | e4.org | But we preach Christ crucified ( ημεις δε κηρυσσομεν Χριστον εσταυρωμενον ). Grammatically stated as a partial result ( δε ) of the folly of both Jews and Greeks, actually in sharp contrast. We proclaim, "we do not discuss or dispute" (Lightfoot). Christ (Messiah) as crucified, as in ; , "not a sign-shower nor a philosopher" (Vincent). Perfect passive participle of σταυροω . Stumbling-block ( σκανδαλον ). Papyri examples mean trap or snare which here tripped the Jews who wanted a conquering Messiah with a world empire, not a condemned and crucified one ( ; ). Foolishness ( μωριαν ). Folly as shown by their conduct in Athens ( ).

‏ 1 Corinthians 1:23

But we preach Christ crucified ( ημεις δε κηρυσσομεν Χριστον εσταυρωμενον ). Grammatically stated as a partial result ( δε ) of the folly of both Jews and Greeks, actually in sharp contrast. We proclaim, "we do not discuss or dispute" (Lightfoot). Christ (Messiah) as crucified, as in 2:2; Ga 3:1, "not a sign-shower nor a philosopher" (Vincent). Perfect passive participle of σταυροω.

Stumbling-block ( σκανδαλον ). Papyri examples mean trap or snare which here tripped the Jews who wanted a conquering Messiah with a world empire, not a condemned and crucified one (Mt 27:42; Lu 24:21).

Foolishness ( μωριαν ). Folly as shown by their conduct in Athens (Ac 17:32).