Translations
Modern
Or are Barnabas and I the only apostles who must work for a living?
Traditional
Or I only and Barnabas, have not we power to forbear working?
Literal
Or do only I and Barnabas have no authority to work?
Latin
…aut ego solus, et Barnabas, non habemus potestatem hoc operandi?
Original
Greek
English
Or are Barnabas and I the only apostles who must work for a living?
Notes
Continuing the argument from 8:1, Paul shares personal examples of giving up his rights to help others (see study note on 1 Corinthians 8:1–11:1).
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
People
Barnabas: A Levite from Cyprus who accompanied Paul on missionary journeys
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Brothers of Jesus Conscience First Letter to the Corinthians Second Letter to the Corinthians
Topics
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