# Connecting Statement:

Paul continues his metaphor about a foundation. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-metaphor]])

# no one can lay a foundation other than the one that has been laid

The phrase "has been laid" can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "no one can lay a foundation other than the one and only foundation" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/jit/figs-activepassive]])