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1 Corinthians 10

1 Corinthians 10:12

Warnings from Israel’s Past · 1 Corinthians 10:1–13
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Translations

Modern
So the one who thinks he is standing firm should be careful not to fall.
Traditional
Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.
Literal
Therefore the one thinking to stand, let him observe, lest he fall.
Latin
Itaque qui se existimat stare, videat ne cadat.

Original

Greek
English
So the one who thinks he is standing firm should be careful not to fall.

Notes

1 Corinthians 10:12–13

Paul warns the Corinthians not to fall into sin (compare Romans 11:20–22). He reminds them that God is faithful (see 1 Corinthians 1:9; compare Deuteronomy 7:9; 1 Peter 4:19). God will not let them face temptation (compare James 1:2–4) beyond what they can handle. He will always provide a way out.

1 Corinthians 10:1–22

After sharing a personal example about giving up one's rights for others (chapter 9), Paul addresses the issue of eating meat offered to idols (8:1–13). He warns believers about God's anger towards those who sin, especially those involved in idol worship.

Theme notes and profiles

Corinth Moses Paul (Saul) Security and Obedience

Parallels

Numbers 16:41–50 Numbers 25:1–5

Glossary

Assurance Baptism for the Dead Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Conscience Dispersion of the Jews, Diaspora First Letter to the Corinthians Idols, Idolatry Lord’s Supper, the Numbers, Book of Perseverance

Topics

Backsliders: General Scriptures Concerning Backsliding: Warnings Against Heedfulness: Necessary: Against Presumption Humility: General Scriptures Concerning Presumption: General Scriptures Concerning Pride: General Scriptures Concerning Watchfulness: General Scriptures Concerning