1 Corinthians 15:33
1 Corinthians 15:33 in Multiple Translations
Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.”
Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
Be not deceived: Evil companionships corrupt good morals.
Do not be tricked by false words: evil company does damage to good behaviour.
Don't be fooled: “Bad company ruins good character.”
Be not deceiued: euill speakings corrupt good maners.
Be not led astray; evil communications corrupt good manners;
Don’t be deceived! “Evil companionships corrupt good morals.”
Be not deceived: Evil communications corrupt good manners.
Be not seduced: Evil communications corrupt good manners.
Do not let yourselves be deceived by those who say that God will not cause believers to live again {Do not let people who say that God will not cause believers to live again deceive you}. If you associate with evil people who say such things, they will ◄influence you to do evil things/destroy your good moral way of living►.
Listen, don’t let anyone trick you with that sort of talk. Remember that wise people say this, “Don’t have friends that do bad things, or they will get you to do bad things too.”
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Context — The Order of Resurrection
33Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.”
34Sober up as you ought, and stop sinning; for some of you are ignorant of God. I say this to your shame. 35But someone will ask, “How are the dead raised? With what kind of body will they come?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 13:20 | He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. |
| 2 | Matthew 24:4 | Jesus answered, “See to it that no one deceives you. |
| 3 | 1 Corinthians 5:6 | Your boasting is not good. Do you not know that a little leaven works through the whole batch of dough? |
| 4 | Ephesians 5:6 | Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things the wrath of God is coming on the sons of disobedience. |
| 5 | Galatians 6:7 | Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. |
| 6 | Proverbs 9:6 | Leave your folly behind, and you will live; walk in the way of understanding.” |
| 7 | 2 Timothy 2:16–18 | But avoid irreverent, empty chatter, which will only lead to more ungodliness, and the talk of such men will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, who have deviated from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already occurred, and they undermine the faith of some. |
| 8 | 1 Corinthians 6:9 | Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who submit to or perform homosexual acts, |
| 9 | Matthew 24:24 | For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders that would deceive even the elect, if that were possible. |
| 10 | 2 Peter 2:2 | Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of truth will be defamed. |
1 Corinthians 15:33 Summary
This verse is a warning to us to be careful about the company we keep, because the people we surround ourselves with can either help or hurt our relationship with God. Bad company can lead us astray and corrupt our good character, as seen in Proverbs 22:24-25. On the other hand, good company can encourage and support us in our walk with God, as mentioned in Hebrews 10:24-25. By being mindful of the company we keep, we can avoid being deceived and instead promote good character in our own lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be deceived in this context?
To be deceived means to be misled or led astray from the truth, as warned in Ephesians 4:14, and in this verse, it refers to the influence of bad company on our character, as also mentioned in Proverbs 22:24-25.
How can bad company corrupt good character?
Bad company can corrupt good character by introducing sinful habits, negative influences, and ungodly values, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:33, and also warned against in Psalms 1:1 and 2 Corinthians 6:14.
What kind of company is considered 'bad' in this verse?
Bad company refers to people who engage in sinful behavior, promote ungodly values, or lead others away from the truth, as mentioned in 2 Thessalonians 3:6 and 1 Corinthians 5:9-11.
How can we avoid being deceived by bad company?
We can avoid being deceived by bad company by surrounding ourselves with godly influences, staying rooted in Scripture, and being mindful of the company we keep, as encouraged in Psalms 119:133 and 2 Timothy 2:22.
Reflection Questions
- What kind of relationships am I currently investing in, and are they helping or hindering my walk with God?
- How can I be more intentional about surrounding myself with godly influences and positive role models?
- In what ways have I seen bad company corrupt good character in my own life or in the lives of others?
- What steps can I take to protect myself from the negative influences of bad company, and to instead promote good character in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Cambridge Bible on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Barnes' Notes on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:33
Sermons on 1 Corinthians 15:33
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