3 occurrences in 5 translations

'Advantageous' in the Bible

nor do you consider that it is advantageous for us that one man should die for the people, and that the whole nation not perish."

Verse ConceptsLord's SupperSubstitutionThe Effect Of Christ's DeathNot Understanding Other ThingsUseful ThingsVicarious SubstitutionDyingorganization

But I tell you the truth, it is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby) will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him (the Holy Spirit) to you [to be in close fellowship with you].

Verse ConceptsJesus Statements About The SpiritMetaphorsPresent, TheSending Of The Holy SpiritAbsenceAfflictions, Consolation DuringComfort, Of GodThe ComforterThe Holy Spirit As CounsellorAdvantagesLeavingChrist Telling The TruthChrist SendingUseful ThingsTelling The Truth

Caiaphas was the one who had advised the Jews that it was advantageous that one man should die for the people.

Verse ConceptsThe Effect Of Christ's DeathUseful Things

Bible Theasaurus

Acquiring (14 instances)
Advantageous (11 instances)
Beneficial (12 instances)
Favorable (31 instances)
Favourable (6 instances)

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