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1 Corinthians 7

1 Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote: It is good for a man not to touch a woman.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • concerning the things G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • whereof G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • ye wrote G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • for a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • to touch G680 (ἅπτομαι) — properly, to attach oneself to, i.e. to touch (in many implied relations)
  • a woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

2 But, because of fornications, let each man have his own wife, and let each woman have her own husband.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Nevertheless G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • fornication G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fornication G4202 (πορνεία) — harlotry (including adultery and incest); figuratively, idolatry
  • let every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • his own G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • let every woman G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • her own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)

3 Let the husband render unto the wife her due: and likewise also the wife unto the husband.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Exodus 21:10 · 1 Peter 3:7
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Let the husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Let the husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • render G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
  • unto the wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • due G3784 (ὀφείλω) — to owe (pecuniarily); figuratively, to be under obligation (ought, must, should); morally, to fail in duty
  • benevolence G2133 (εὔνοια) — kindness; euphemistically, conjugal duty
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • likewise G3668 (ὁμοίως) — similarly
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • unto the husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto the husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)

4 The wife hath not power over her own body, but the husband: and likewise also the husband hath not power over his own body, but the wife.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Hosea 3:3 · Matthew 19:9
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • hath G1850 (ἐξουσιάζω) — to control
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • power G1850 (ἐξουσιάζω) — to control
  • of her own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • the husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • likewise G3668 (ὁμοίως) — similarly
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate

5 Defraud ye not one the other, except it be by consent for a season, that ye may give yourselves unto prayer, and may be together again, that Satan tempt you not because of your incontinency.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Defraud ye G650 (ἀποστερέω) — to despoil
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • one the other G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • except G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • except G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • G302 (ἄν)
  • with G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • consent G4859 (σύμφωνος) — sounding together (alike), i.e. (figuratively) accordant (neuter as noun, agreement)
  • for G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • a time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • ye may give yourselves G4980 (σχολάζω) — to take a holiday, i.e. be at leisure for (by implication, devote oneself wholly to); figuratively, to be vacant (of a house)
  • to fasting G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to fasting G3521 (νηστεία) — abstinence (from lack of food, or voluntary and religious); specially, the fast of the Day of Atonement
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • prayer G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • prayer G4335 (προσευχή) — prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)
  • come together G4905 (συνέρχομαι) — to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)
  • again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
  • G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • Satan G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Satan G4567 (Σατανᾶς) — the accuser, i.e. the devil
  • tempt G3985 (πειράζω) — to test (objectively), i.e. endeavor, scrutinize, entice, discipline
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • incontinency G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • incontinency G192 (ἀκρασία) — want of self-restraint

6 But this I say by way of concession, not of commandment.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • by G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • permission G4774 (συγγνώμη) — fellow knowledge, i.e. concession
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • of G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • commandment G2003 (ἐπιταγή) — an injunction or decree; by implication, authoritativeness

7 Yet I would that all men were even as I myself. Howbeit each man hath his own gift from God, one after this manner, and another after that.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • I would G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • that all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • I myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • his G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • gift G5486 (χάρισμα) — a (divine) gratuity, i.e. deliverance (from danger or passion); (specially), a (spiritual) endowment, i.e. (subjectively) religious qualification, or (objecti…
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • one G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • after this manner G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • another G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • after that G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

8 But I say to the unmarried and to widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • therefore G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • to the unmarried G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the unmarried G22 (ἄγαμος) — unmarried
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • widows G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • widows G5503 (χήρα) — a widow (as lacking a husband), literally or figuratively
  • It is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • for them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • they abide G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • even G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • as I G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case , and accusative case and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me

9 But if they have not continency, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • they G1467 (ἐγκρατεύομαι) — to exercise self-restraint (in diet and chastity)
  • cannot G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • contain G1467 (ἐγκρατεύομαι) — to exercise self-restraint (in diet and chastity)
  • let them marry G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • better G2908 (κρεῖσσον) — (as noun) better, i.e. greater advantage
  • to marry G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • than G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • to burn G4448 (πυρόω) — to kindle, i.e. (passively) to be ignited, glow (literally), be refined (by implication), or (figuratively) to be inflamed (with anger, grief, lust)

10 But unto the married I give charge, yea not I, but the Lord, That the wife depart not from her husband

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • unto the married G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • I command G3853 (παραγγέλλω) — to transmit a message, i.e. (by implication) to enjoin
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Let not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • the wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • depart G5563 (χωρίζω) — to place room between, i.e. part; reflexively, to go away
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

11 (but should she depart, let her remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband); and that the husband leave not his wife.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • she depart G5563 (χωρίζω) — to place room between, i.e. part; reflexively, to go away
  • let her remain G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • unmarried G22 (ἄγαμος) — unmarried
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • be reconciled G2644 (καταλλάσσω) — to change mutually, i.e. (figuratively) to compound a difference
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • let G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • the husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • put away G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

12 But to the rest say I, not the Lord: If any brother hath an unbelieving wife, and she is content to dwell with him, let him not leave her.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • to the rest G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the rest G3062 (λοιποί) — remaining ones
  • speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • a wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • that believeth not G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving, i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively) untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • she G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • be pleased G4909 (συνευδοκέω) — to think well of in common, i.e. assent to, feel gratified with
  • to dwell G3611 (οἰκέω) — to occupy a house, i.e. reside (figuratively, inhabit, remain, inhere); by implication, to cohabit
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • let him G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • put G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • her away G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

13 And the woman that hath an unbelieving husband, and he is content to dwell with her, let her not leave her husband.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the woman G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • an husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • that believeth not G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving, i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively) untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
  • if he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • be pleased G4909 (συνευδοκέω) — to think well of in common, i.e. assent to, feel gratified with
  • to dwell G3611 (οἰκέω) — to occupy a house, i.e. reside (figuratively, inhabit, remain, inhere); by implication, to cohabit
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • let her G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • leave G863 (ἀφίημι) — to send forth, in various applications (as follow)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

14 For the unbelieving husband is sanctified in the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified in the brother: else were your children unclean; but now are they holy.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the unbelieving G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving, i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively) untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
  • husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • is sanctified G37 (ἁγιάζω) — to make holy, i.e. (ceremonially) purify or consecrate; (mentally) to venerate
  • by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • the husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • else G1893 (ἐπεί) — thereupon, i.e. since (of time or cause)
  • G686 (ἄρα) — a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive (as follows)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
  • unclean G169 (ἀκάθαρτος) — impure (ceremonially, morally (lewd) or specially, (demonic))
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • are they G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)

15 Yet if the unbelieving departeth, let him depart: the brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases: but God hath called us in peace.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • the unbelieving G571 (ἄπιστος) — (actively) disbelieving, i.e. without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively) untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing)
  • depart G5563 (χωρίζω) — to place room between, i.e. part; reflexively, to go away
  • let him depart G5563 (χωρίζω) — to place room between, i.e. part; reflexively, to go away
  • A brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • A brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • a sister G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a sister G79 (ἀδελφή) — a sister (naturally or ecclesiastically)
  • is G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • under bondage G1402 (δουλόω) — to enslave (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • such G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this, i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • hath called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity

16 For how knowest thou, O wife, whether thou shalt save thy husband? or how knowest thou, O husband, whether thou shalt save thy wife?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • knowest thou G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • O wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • whether G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • thou shalt save G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • how G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • O man G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

17 Only, as the Lord hath distributed to each man, as God hath called each, so let him walk. And so ordain I in all the churches.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • hath distributed G3307 (μερίζω) — to part, i.e. (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or (figuratively) to disunite, differ
  • to every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • hath called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • every one G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • let him walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ordain I G1299 (διατάσσω) — to arrange thoroughly, i.e. (specially) institute, prescribe, etc.
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or sain…

18 Was any man called being circumcised? let him not become uncircumcised. Hath any been called in uncircumcision? let him not be circumcised.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Is G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • being circumcised G4059 (περιτέμνω) — to cut around, i.e. (specially) to circumcise
  • let him G1986 (ἐπισπάομαι) — to draw over, i.e. (with implied) efface the mark of circumcision (by recovering with the foreskin)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • become uncircumcised G1986 (ἐπισπάομαι) — to draw over, i.e. (with implied) efface the mark of circumcision (by recovering with the foreskin)
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • uncircumcision G203 (ἀκροβυστία) — the prepuce; by implication, an uncircumcised (i.e. gentile, figuratively, unregenerate) state or person
  • let him G4059 (περιτέμνω) — to cut around, i.e. (specially) to circumcise
  • be circumcised G4059 (περιτέμνω) — to cut around, i.e. (specially) to circumcise

19 Circumcision is nothing, and uncircumcision is nothing; but the keeping of the commandments of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Circumcision G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Circumcision G4061 (περιτομή) — circumcision (the rite, the condition or the people, literally or figuratively)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • nothing G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • uncircumcision G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • uncircumcision G203 (ἀκροβυστία) — the prepuce; by implication, an uncircumcised (i.e. gentile, figuratively, unregenerate) state or person
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • the keeping G5084 (τήρησις) — a watching, i.e. (figuratively) observance, or (concretely) a prison
  • of the commandments G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative prescription
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

20 Let each man abide in that calling wherein he was called.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Let every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • abide G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the same G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • calling G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • calling G2821 (κλῆσις) — an invitation (figuratively)
  • wherein G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he was called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)

21 Wast thou called being a bondservant? care not for it: nay, even if thou canst become free, use it rather.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Art thou called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • a servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • care G3199 (μέλω) — to be of interest to, i.e. to concern (only third person singular present indicative used impersonally, it matters)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • for it G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • thou mayest G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • be made G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • free G1658 (ἐλεύθερος) — unrestrained (to go at pleasure), i.e. (as a citizen) not a slave (whether freeborn or manumitted), or (genitive case) exempt (from obligation or liability)
  • use G5530 (χράομαι) — to furnish what is needed; (give an oracle, "graze" (touch slightly), light upon, etc.), i.e. (by implication) to employ or (by extension) to act towards one…
  • rather G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in a greater degree) or rather

22 For he that was called in the Lord being a bondservant, is the Lord’s freedman: likewise he that was called being free, is Christ’s bondservant.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • is called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • a servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the Lord’s G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • freeman G558 (ἀπελεύθερος) — one freed away, i.e. a freedman
  • likewise G3668 (ὁμοίως) — similarly
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • free G1658 (ἐλεύθερος) — unrestrained (to go at pleasure), i.e. (as a citizen) not a slave (whether freeborn or manumitted), or (genitive case) exempt (from obligation or liability)
  • Christ’s G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)

23 Ye were bought with a price; become not bondservants of men.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Ye are bought G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • with a price G5092 (τιμή) — a value, i.e. money paid, or (concretely and collectively) valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or the dignity itself
  • be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • ye G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • the servants G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary; frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or subserviency)
  • of men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being

24 Brethren, let each man, wherein he was called, therein abide with God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • let every man G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • wherein G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he is called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • therein G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • abide G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • with G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

25 Now concerning virgins I have no commandment of the Lord: but I give my judgment, as one that hath obtained mercy of the Lord to be trustworthy.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • concerning G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • virgins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • virgins G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • I have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • commandment G2003 (ἐπιταγή) — an injunction or decree; by implication, authoritativeness
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • yet G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • my judgment G1106 (γνώμη) — cognition, i.e. (subjectively) opinion, or (objectively) resolve (counsel, consent, etc.)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • one that hath obtained mercy G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine grace)
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • to be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful

26 I think therefore that this is good by reason of the distress that is upon us, namely, that it is good for a man to be as he is.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • I suppose G3543 (νομίζω) — properly, to do by law (usage), i.e. to accustom (passively, be usual); by extension, to deem or regard
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • that this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence (be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…
  • good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the present G1764 (ἐνίστημι) — to place on hand, i.e. (reflexively) impend, (participle) be instant
  • distress G318 (ἀνάγκη) — constraint (literally or figuratively); by implication, distress
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • for a man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • to be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)

27 Art thou bound unto a wife? seek not to be loosed. Art thou loosed from a wife? seek not a wife.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 1 Corinthians 7:12 · 1 Corinthians 7:20
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Art thou bound G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • unto a wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • seek G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • to be loosed G3080 (λύσις) — a loosening, i.e. (specially), divorce
  • Art thou loosed G3089 (λύω) — to "loosen" (literally or figuratively)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • a wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

28 But shouldest thou marry, thou hast not sinned; and if a virgin marry, she hath not sinned. Yet such shall have tribulation in the flesh: and I would spare you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • thou marry G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • thou hast G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • sinned G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • a virgin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a virgin G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • marry G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • she hath G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • Nevertheless G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • such G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this, i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
  • shall have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • trouble G2347 (θλῖψις) — pressure (literally or figuratively)
  • in the flesh G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • spare G5339 (φείδομαι) — to be chary of, i.e. (subjectively) to abstain or (objectively) to treat leniently
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou

29 But this I say, brethren, the time is shortened, that henceforth both those that have wives may be as though they had none;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • I say G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • the time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • short G4958 (συστέλλω) — to send (draw) together, i.e. enwrap (enshroud a corpse for burial), contract (an interval)
  • it remaineth G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G3063 (λοιπόν) — something remaining (adverbially)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • wives G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • as though G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • they had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • none G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether

30 and those that weep, as though they wept not; and those that rejoice, as though they rejoiced not; and those that buy, as though they possessed not;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that weep G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather to cry silently)
  • as though G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • they wept G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather to cry silently)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • that rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • they rejoiced G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • that buy G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • they possessed G2722 (κατέχω) — to hold down (fast), in various applications (literally or figuratively)

31 and those that use the world, as not using it to the full: for the fashion of this world passeth away.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that use G5530 (χράομαι) — to furnish what is needed; (give an oracle, "graze" (touch slightly), light upon, etc.), i.e. (by implication) to employ or (by extension) to act towards one…
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • abusing G2710 (καταχράομαι) — to overuse, i.e. misuse
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the fashion G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the fashion G4976 (σχῆμα) — a figure (as a mode or circumstance), i.e. (by implication) external condition
  • of this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • passeth away G3855 (παράγω) — to lead near, i.e. (reflexively or intransitively) to go along or away

32 But I would have you to be free from cares. He that is unmarried is careful for the things of the Lord, how he may please the Lord:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I would have G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • without carefulness G275 (ἀμέριμνος) — not anxious
  • He G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • unmarried G22 (ἄγαμος) — unmarried
  • careth for G3309 (μεριμνάω) — to be anxious about
  • the things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that belong to the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that belong to the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • he may please G700 (ἀρέσκω) — to be agreeable (or by implication, to seek to be so)
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

33 but he that is married is careful for the things of the world, how he may please his wife,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that is married G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • careth for G3309 (μεριμνάω) — to be anxious about
  • the things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that are of the world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that are of the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • he may please G700 (ἀρέσκω) — to be agreeable (or by implication, to seek to be so)
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

34 and is divided. So also the woman that is unmarried and the virgin is careful for the things of the Lord, that she may be holy both in body and in spirit: but she that is married is careful for the things of the world, how she may please her husband.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • There is difference G3307 (μερίζω) — to part, i.e. (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or (figuratively) to disunite, differ
  • between G3307 (μερίζω) — to part, i.e. (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or (figuratively) to disunite, differ
  • a wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • a virgin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a virgin G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • The unmarried G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The unmarried G22 (ἄγαμος) — unmarried
  • careth for G3309 (μεριμνάω) — to be anxious about
  • the things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • she may be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • in body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • in spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • she G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that is married G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • of the world G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the world G2889 (κόσμος) — orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally))
  • how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • she may please G700 (ἀρέσκω) — to be agreeable (or by implication, to seek to be so)
  • husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)

35 And this I say for your own profit; not that I may cast a snare upon you, but for that which is seemly, and that ye may attend upon the Lord without distraction.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • I speak G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • for G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • own G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • profit G4851 (συμφέρω) — to bear together (contribute), i.e. (literally) to collect, or (figuratively) to conduce; especially (neuter participle as a noun) advantage
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • I may cast G1911 (ἐπιβάλλω) — to throw upon (literal or figurative, transitive or reflexive; usually with more or less force); specially (with implied) to reflect; impersonally, to belong…
  • a snare G1029 (βρόχος) — a noose
  • upon you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • that which is comely G2158 (εὐσχήμων) — well-formed, i.e. (figuratively) decorous, noble (in rank)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that ye may attend upon G2145 (εὐπρόσεδρος) — sitting well towards, i.e. (figuratively) assiduous (neuter, diligent service)
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • without distraction G563 (ἀπερισπάστως) — undistractedly, i.e. free from (domestic) solicitude

36 But if any man thinketh that he behaveth himself unseemly toward his virgin daughter, if she be past the flower of her age, and if need so requireth, let him do what he will; he sinneth not; let them marry.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • think G3543 (νομίζω) — properly, to do by law (usage), i.e. to accustom (passively, be usual); by extension, to deem or regard
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he behaveth G807 (ἀσχημονέω) — to be (i.e. act) unbecoming
  • himself G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • uncomely G807 (ἀσχημονέω) — to be (i.e. act) unbecoming
  • toward G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • his virgin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • his virgin G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • she pass G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the flower of G5230 (ὑπέρακμος) — beyond the "acme", i.e. figuratively (of a daughter) past the bloom (prime) of youth
  • age G5230 (ὑπέρακμος) — beyond the "acme", i.e. figuratively (of a daughter) past the bloom (prime) of youth
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • need G3784 (ὀφείλω) — to owe (pecuniarily); figuratively, to be under obligation (ought, must, should); morally, to fail in duty
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • require G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • let him do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • what he will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • he sinneth G264 (ἁμαρτάνω) — properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • let them marry G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)

37 But he that standeth stedfast in his heart, having no necessity, but hath power as touching his own will, and hath determined this in his own heart, to keep his own virgin daughter, shall do well.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Nevertheless G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • he that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • standeth G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • stedfast G1476 (ἑδραῖος) — sedentary, i.e. (by implication) immovable
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • his heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • his heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • no G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • necessity G318 (ἀνάγκη) — constraint (literally or figuratively); by implication, distress
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • power G1849 (ἐξουσία) — privilege, i.e. (subjectively) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery (concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token of control…
  • over G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • his own G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • his own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree; abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • hath G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • so G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • decreed G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • that he will keep G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that he will keep G5083 (τηρέω) — to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from , which is properly to prevent escaping; and from , which implies a…
  • his G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • virgin G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • virgin G3933 (παρθένος) — a maiden; by implication, an unmarried daughter
  • doeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • well G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)

38 So then both he that giveth his own virgin daughter in marriage doeth well; and he that giveth her not in marriage shall do better.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • So G5620 (ὥστε) — so too, i.e. thus therefore (in various relations of consecution, as follow)
  • then G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that giveth G1547 (ἐκγαμίζω) — to marry off a daughter
  • in marriage G1547 (ἐκγαμίζω) — to marry off a daughter
  • doeth G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • well G2573 (καλῶς) — well (usually morally)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • better G2908 (κρεῖσσον) — (as noun) better, i.e. greater advantage

39 A wife is bound for so long time as her husband liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is free to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • is bound G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • by the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • as G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • long G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • husband G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • husband G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • liveth G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • be dead G2837 (κοιμάω) — to put to sleep, i.e. (passively or reflexively) to slumber; figuratively, to decease
  • she is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • at liberty G1658 (ἐλεύθερος) — unrestrained (to go at pleasure), i.e. (as a citizen) not a slave (whether freeborn or manumitted), or (genitive case) exempt (from obligation or liability)
  • to be married to G1060 (γαμέω) — to wed (of either sex)
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • she will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

40 But she is happier if she abide as she is, after my judgment: and I think that I also have the Spirit of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • she is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • happier G3107 (μακάριος) — supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off
  • if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • she G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • abide G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • judgment G1106 (γνώμη) — cognition, i.e. (subjectively) opinion, or (objectively) resolve (counsel, consent, etc.)
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case , and accusative case and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
  • think G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly)
  • also G2504 (κἀγώ) — so also the dative case , and accusative case and (or also, even, etc.) I, (to) me
  • that I have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • the Spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very