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1 Corinthians 7

1 Corinthians 7:32

The Unmarried and Widowed · 1 Corinthians 7:25–40
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Translations

Modern
I want you to be free from concern. The unmarried man is concerned about the work of the Lord, how he can please the Lord.
Traditional
But I would have you without carefulness. He that is unmarried careth for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please the Lord:
Literal
But I want you to be without concern. The unmarried man is concerned for the things of the Lord, how he should please the Lord;
Latin
Volo autem vos sine sollicitudine esse. Qui sine uxore est, sollicitus est quæ Domini sunt, quomodo placeat Deo.

Original

Greek
English
I want you to be free from concern. The unmarried man is concerned about the work of the Lord, how he can please the Lord.

Notes

1 Corinthians 7:25–35

Paul provides three reasons why it is often better for single people to stay unmarried. First, single people face fewer daily problems than married people. Second, since the end is near, Christians should not let marriage and worldly matters be their main focus. Their main focus should be Christ and eternity. Third, marriage involves earthly responsibilities and divided interests, so those who stay single can dedicate their lives more fully to serving Christ.

1 Corinthians 7:1–40

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.

Glossary

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Topics

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