Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Are we trying to arouse the Lord’s jealousy? Are we stronger than he? New Living Translation What? Do we dare to rouse the Lord’s jealousy? Do you think we are stronger than he is? English Standard Version Shall we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he? Berean Standard Bible Are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? Berean Literal Bible Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? King James Bible Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? New King James Version Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? New American Standard Bible Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? We are not stronger than He, are we? NASB 1995 Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? We are not stronger than He, are we? NASB 1977 Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? We are not stronger than He, are we? Legacy Standard Bible Or do we PROVOKE THE LORD TO JEALOUSY? Are we stronger than He? Amplified Bible Do we [really] provoke the Lord to jealousy [when we eat food sacrificed to handmade “gods” at pagan feasts]? Are we [spiritually] stronger than He? [Certainly not! He knows that the idols are nothing. But we deeply offend Him.] Christian Standard Bible Or are we provoking the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he? Holman Christian Standard Bible Or are we provoking the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He?” American Standard Version Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? Contemporary English Version We would make the Lord jealous if we did this. And we are not stronger than the Lord. English Revised Version Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? GOD'S WORD® Translation Are we trying to make the Lord jealous? Are we stronger than he is? Good News Translation Or do we want to make the Lord jealous? Do we think that we are stronger than he? International Standard Version or you'll provoke the Lord to jealousy, won't you? Are we stronger than he is? Majority Standard Bible Are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? NET Bible Or are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we really stronger than he is? New Heart English Bible Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he? Webster's Bible Translation Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? Weymouth New Testament Or are we actually arousing the Lord to jealousy. Are we stronger than He is? World English Bible Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he? Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiondo we arouse the LORD to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? Berean Literal Bible Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? Young's Literal Translation do we arouse the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than He? Smith's Literal Translation Do we emulate the Lord? are we stronger than he? Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleDo we provoke the Lord to jealousy ? Are we stronger than he? All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient. Catholic Public Domain Version Or should we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he is? All is lawful to me, but not all is expedient. New American Bible Or are we provoking the Lord to jealous anger? Are we stronger than he? New Revised Standard Version Or are we provoking the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he? Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAre we trying to provoke our LORD to jealousy? are we stronger than he? Aramaic Bible in Plain English Or do we make our Lord envious? Are we stronger than he? NT Translations Anderson New TestamentDo we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than he? Godbey New Testament Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? whether are we stronger than he? Haweis New Testament Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? Mace New Testament Shall we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? Weymouth New Testament Or are we actually arousing the Lord to jealousy. Are we stronger than He is? Worrell New Testament Or do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than He? Worsley New Testament Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than He? Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Flee from Idolatry…21You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too; you cannot partake in the table of the Lord and the table of demons too. 22 Are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He? 23“Everything is permissible,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible,” but not everything is edifying.… Cross References Deuteronomy 32:21 They have provoked My jealousy by that which is not God; they have enraged Me with their worthless idols. So I will make them jealous by those who are not a people; I will make them angry by a nation without understanding. James 4:5 Or do you think the Scripture says without reason that the Spirit He caused to dwell in us yearns with envy? Exodus 20:5 You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on their children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me, Isaiah 45:9 Woe to him who quarrels with his Maker—one clay pot among many. Does the clay ask the potter, ‘What are you making?’ Does your work say, ‘He has no hands’? Romans 11:14 in the hope that I may provoke my own people to jealousy and save some of them. Jeremiah 7:19 But am I the One they are provoking? declares the LORD. Is it not themselves they spite, to their own shame? Matthew 6:24 No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. Psalm 78:58 They enraged Him with their high places and provoked His jealousy with their idols. Romans 11:11 I ask then, did they stumble so as to fall beyond recovery? Certainly not! However, because of their trespass, salvation has come to the Gentiles to make Israel jealous. 1 John 2:15-16 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. Isaiah 63:10 But they rebelled and grieved His Holy Spirit. So He turned and became their enemy, and He Himself fought against them. Galatians 5:17 For the flesh craves what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are opposed to each other, so that you do not do what you want. Ezekiel 8:3 He stretched out what looked like a hand and took me by the hair of my head. Then the Spirit lifted me up between earth and heaven and carried me in visions of God to Jerusalem, to the entrance of the north gate of the inner court, where the idol that provokes jealousy was seated. Matthew 4:10 “Away from Me, Satan!” Jesus told him. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’” Psalm 106:29 So they provoked the LORD to anger with their deeds, and a plague broke out among them. Treasury of Scripture Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? are we stronger than he? we provoke. Exodus 20:5 Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me; Exodus 34:14 For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God: Deuteronomy 4:24 For the LORD thy God is a consuming fire, even a jealous God. are. Job 9:4 He is wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who hath hardened himself against him, and hath prospered? Job 40:9-14 Hast thou an arm like God? or canst thou thunder with a voice like him? … Ezekiel 22:14 Can thine heart endure, or can thine hands be strong, in the days that I shall deal with thee? I the LORD have spoken it, and will do it. Jump to Previous Actually Arouse Arousing Cause Envy Jealousy Lord's Provoke Stronger TryingJump to Next Actually Arouse Arousing Cause Envy Jealousy Lord's Provoke Stronger Trying1 Corinthians 10 1. The sacraments of the Jews are types of ours;7. and their punishments, 11. examples for us. 13. We must flee from idolatry. 21. We must not make the Lord's table the table of demons; 24. and in all things we must have regard for our brothers. Are we trying to provoke the Lord to jealousy? In this phrase, Paul is addressing the Corinthian believers, warning them against idolatry and the dangers of participating in pagan rituals. The concept of provoking the Lord to jealousy is rooted in the Old Testament, where God is described as a jealous God (Exodus 20:5; Deuteronomy 4:24). This jealousy is not like human jealousy but is a divine zeal to protect His covenant relationship with His people. The Israelites often fell into idolatry, provoking God's jealousy and resulting in judgment (Deuteronomy 32:16, 21). Paul is drawing a parallel between the Israelites' idolatry and the Corinthians' participation in pagan feasts, urging them to remain faithful to God alone. This warning serves as a reminder of God's holiness and the exclusive devotion He requires from His followers. Are we stronger than He? Persons / Places / Events 1. Apostle PaulThe author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth with guidance and correction. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece known for its diverse culture and significant moral challenges, including idolatry. 3. The Lord Referring to God, who is portrayed as a jealous God in the context of idolatry and unfaithfulness. 4. Israelites The historical people of God, whose experiences with idolatry serve as a warning to the Corinthians. 5. Idolatry The worship of idols, which is a central issue Paul addresses in this chapter, warning against provoking God's jealousy. Teaching Points Understanding God's JealousyGod's jealousy is not like human jealousy; it is a righteous desire for our exclusive worship and love. The Danger of Idolatry Idolatry is not just the worship of physical idols but can include anything that takes precedence over God in our lives. Recognizing Our Limitations We must acknowledge that we are not stronger than God and should not test His patience or authority. Learning from Israel's Example The history of Israel serves as a cautionary tale; we should learn from their mistakes and avoid similar pitfalls. Commitment to Holiness As believers, we are called to live lives set apart for God, avoiding anything that might provoke His jealousy.Verse 22. - Do we provoke the Lord to jealousy? (Deuteronomy 32:21," They have moved me to jealousy by that which is not God"). The expression, "a jealous God," is used in the second commandment with express reference to idolatry, as in Exodus 34:14, 15. Are we stronger than he? Can we, therefore, with impunity, kindle his anger against us? "He is... mighty in strength: who hath hardened himself against him, and hath prospered?" (Job 9:4). Ver. 23 - 1 Corinthians 11:1. - Directions about eating idol offerings, founded on these principles. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Are we trying to provokeπαραζηλοῦμεν (parazēloumen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 3863: To make jealous, provoke to jealously, provoke to anger. From para and zeloo; to stimulate alongside, i.e. Excite to rivalry. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Lord {to jealousy}? Κύριον (Kyrion) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. Are we ἐσμεν (esmen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. stronger ἰσχυρότεροι (ischyroteroi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural - Comparative Strong's 2478: Strong (originally and generally of physical strength); mighty, powerful, vehement, sure. From ischus; forcible. than He? αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. Links 1 Corinthians 10:22 NIV1 Corinthians 10:22 NLT 1 Corinthians 10:22 ESV 1 Corinthians 10:22 NASB 1 Corinthians 10:22 KJV 1 Corinthians 10:22 BibleApps.com 1 Corinthians 10:22 Biblia Paralela 1 Corinthians 10:22 Chinese Bible 1 Corinthians 10:22 French Bible 1 Corinthians 10:22 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 10:22 Or do we provoke the Lord (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) |
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