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Berean Standard Bible

“so that no one may boast in His presence.”

1 Corinthians 1:29

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Paul reminds the Corinthians that God chose people the world considers foolish, weak or low in order to shame the wise and strong. This verse states the purpose behind that choice.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

so that no one may boast in His presence.

World English Bible (WEB)

that no flesh should boast before God.

King James Version (KJV)

That no flesh should glory in his presence.

American Standard Version (ASV)

that no flesh should glory before God.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

So that no flesh might have glory before God.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

that no flesh may glory before Him;

Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Para que ninguna carne se jacte en su presencia.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

De modo que nadie pueda jactarse en la presencia del Señor.

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