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1 Corinthians 10

1 Corinthians 10:28

All to God’s Glory · 1 Corinthians 10:23–33
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Translations

Modern
But if someone tells you, “This food was offered to idols,” then do not eat it, for the sake of the one who told you and for the sake of conscience—
Traditional
But if any man say unto you, This is offered in sacrifice unto idols, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and for conscience sake: for the earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness thereof:
Literal
But if anyone should say to you, “This is offered to an idol,” do not eat it, because of the one having informed you, and conscience—
Latin
Si quis autem dixerit: Hoc immolatum est idolis: nolite manducare propter illum qui indicavit, et propter conscientiam:

Original

Greek
English
But if someone tells you, “This food was offered to idols,” then do not eat it, for the sake of the one who told you and for the sake of conscience—

Notes

1 Corinthians 10:27–29

When Christians are invited to a meal with a non-believer, they can eat what is served unless told the meat was offered to an idol. In that case, Christians should not eat it to respect the other person's beliefs. The person might think eating the meat honors the idol (see 8:7, 9–10; compare Romans 14:13–15, 20–23).

1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1

Paul concludes the discussion started in 8:1 with guidance on when Christians may eat meat offered to an idol and when they should not (see study note on 1 Corinthians 8:1–11:1). His guidance emphasizes the principle of giving up one's rights out of love (see also 8:13–9:23).

Parallels

1 Peter 4:1–11

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law Conscience First Letter to the Corinthians Idols, Idolatry Lord’s Supper, the

Topics

Charitableness: General Scriptures Concerning Christian Minister: Tact of Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Conscience of Others, not to be offended Evil: Appearance of, to be Avoided Expediency: General Scriptures Concerning Idolatry: Accompanied by Feasts Prudence: General Scriptures Concerning Temptation: General Scriptures Concerning Toleration: Religions