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1 Corinthians 10

1 Corinthians 10:30

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

Modern
If I partake in the meal with thankfulness, why am I denounced because of that for which I give thanks?
Traditional
For if I by grace be a partaker, why am I evil spoken of for that for which I give thanks?
Literal
If I partake with thankfulness, why am I spoken evil of for that for which I give thanks?
Latin
Si ego cum gratia participo, quid blasphemor pro eo quod gratias ago?

Original

Greek
English
If I partake in the meal with thankfulness, why am I denounced because of that for which I give thanks?

Notes

1 Corinthians 10:29–30

These two questions are hard to understand in relation to 10:28–29a. Some translations place 10:28–29a in parentheses, suggesting these questions reflect Paul’s beliefs, continuing from 10:27.

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 Blasphemy Conscience First Letter to the Corinthians Idols, Idolatry Lord’s Supper, the

Topics

Charitableness: General Scriptures Concerning Christian Minister: Tact of Conscience of Others, not to be offended Evil: Appearance of, to be Avoided Expediency: General Scriptures Concerning Prayer: Thanksgiving And, Before Receiving Food Prudence: General Scriptures Concerning Temptation: General Scriptures Concerning Toleration: Religions