1 Corinthians 13:4-7 - Deep Verse Study
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
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Historical Context
Paul writes to Corinthian church around AD 53. The church was fractious, fighting over spiritual gifts. Paul redirects focus to love as the highest value and test of authentic spirituality.