# 1 Corinthians 13 General Notes #

#### Structure and formatting ####

Paul seems to interrupt his teaching about spiritual gifts. However, this chapter probably serves a larger function in his teaching.

#### Special concepts in this chapter ####

##### Love #####

Love is the most important characteristic of the believer. This chapter fully describes love. Paul tells why love is more important than the gifts of the Spirit. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/love]])

#### Important figures of speech in this chapter ####

##### Metaphor #####

Paul uses many different metaphors in this chapter. He uses these metaphors to instruct the Corinthians, especially on difficult topics. Readers often need spiritual discernment to understand these teachings. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])

## Links: ##

* __[1 Corinthians 13:01 Notes](./01.md)__

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