Translations
Modern
Each one should remain in the situation he was in when he was called.
Traditional
Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called.
Literal
Each in the calling in which he has been called—in this let him remain.
Latin
Unusquisque in qua vocatione vocatus est, in ea permaneat.
Original
Greek
English
Each one should remain in the situation he was in when he was called.
Notes
Paul says Christians should accept the life God has given them.
Paul often says that true Christians, as servants of Christ, belong completely to Christ for his service. Because of this, he suggests Christians stay single. However, he admits that getting married is not a sin.
Theme notes and profiles
Paul (Saul) Belonging to Christ Biblical Marriage Human Sexuality Slavery
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) First Letter to the Corinthians Love Virgin
Topics
Character: Firmness of Contentment: General Scriptures Concerning Contentment: Saints should Exhibit in Their Respective Callings Marriage: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Servants: should be Contented in Their Situation Stability of Character