Robertson Word Pictures - 1 Corinthians 2:12 - 2:12

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Robertson Word Pictures - 1 Corinthians 2:12 - 2:12


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But we (hēmeis de). We Christians like us (hēmin) in 1Co 2:10 of the revelation, but particularly Paul and the other apostles.

Received (elabomen). Second aorist active indicative of lambanō and so a definite event, though the constative aorist may include various stages.

Not the spirit of the world (ou to pneuma tou kosmou). Probably a reference to the wisdom of this age in 1Co 2:6. See also Rom 8:4, Rom 8:6, Rom 8:7; 1Co 11:4 (the pneuma heteron).

But the spirit which is of God (alla to pneuma to ek theou). Rather, “from God” (ek), which proceeds from God.

That we might know (hina eidōmen). Second perfect subjunctive with hina to express purpose. Here is a distinct claim of the Holy Spirit for understanding (Illumination) the Revelation received. It is not a senseless rhapsody or secret mystery, but God expects us to understand “the things that are freely given us by God” (ta hupo tou theou charisthenta hēmin). First aorist passive neuter plural articular participle of charizomai, to bestow. God gave the revelation through the Holy Spirit and he gives us the illumination of the Holy Spirit to understand the mind of the Spirit. The tragic failures of men to understand clearly God’s revealed will is but a commentary on the weakness and limitation of the human intellect even when enlightened by the Holy Spirit.