1 Corinthians 12:22

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

On the contrary, those parts of the body which seem to be weaker [i.e., delicate organs like the heart, lungs, kidneys, etc.] are necessary [for life].

Cross References

1 Corinthians 12:21

And the eye cannot say to the hand, “I do not need you,” or again, the head [cannot say] to the feet, “I do not need you.”

1 Corinthians 12:23

And those parts of the body which we consider less honorable [i.e., probably female breasts, buttocks, etc.], we clothe with greater honor. [Note: The Greek word for “clothe” here refers to clothing elsewhere in the New Testament]. And our unpresentable parts [i.e., probably sex organs] need to be more presentable [i.e., by being covered up with modest clothing],

2 Corinthians 1:11

as you cooperate by praying for us. Then, many people will give thanks [to God] on our behalf for the gift He has given to us through [your] many [prayers].