For no one can lay any other foundation than that which has been laid, which is Jesus Christ.
Parallel translations
- KJV For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
- BSB For no one can lay a foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.
- NKJV For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
- NASB For no one can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
- NLT For no one can lay any foundation other than the one we already have—Jesus Christ.
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Cross-references · 8
- Eph 2:20being built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the chief cornerstone;
- Isa 28:16Therefore thus says the Lord Yahweh, “Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious cornerstone of a sure foundation. He who believes shall not act hastily.
- 2 Tim 2:19However God’s firm foundation stands, having this seal, “The Lord knows those who are his,” and, “Let every one who names the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness.”
- Acts 4:11–12He is ‘the stone which was regarded as worthless by you, the builders, which has become the head of the corner.’
- 1 Pet 2:6–8Because it is contained in Scripture, “Behold, I lay in Zion a chief cornerstone, chosen, and precious: He who believes in him will not be disappointed.”
- Matt 16:18I also tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my assembly, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it.
- Gal 1:7–9and there isn’t another “good news.” Only there are some who trouble you, and want to pervert the Good News of Christ.
- 2 Cor 11:2–4For I am jealous over you with a godly jealousy. For I married you to one husband, that I might present you as a pure virgin to Christ.
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