Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God— New Living Translation Don’t give offense to Jews or Gentiles or the church of God. English Standard Version Give no offense to Jews or to Greeks or to the church of God, Berean Standard Bible Do not become a stumbling block, whether to Jews or Greeks or the church of God— Berean Literal Bible Be you without offense both to Jews and Greeks, and to the church of God-- King James Bible Give none offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: New King James Version Give no offense, either to the Jews or to the Greeks or to the church of God, New American Standard Bible Do not offend Jews or Greeks, or the church of God; NASB 1995 Give no offense either to Jews or to Greeks or to the church of God; NASB 1977 Give no offense either to Jews or to Greeks or to the church of God; Legacy Standard Bible Give no offense either to Jews or to Greeks or to the church of God; Amplified Bible Do not offend Jews or Greeks or even the church of God [but live to honor Him]; Christian Standard Bible Give no offense to Jews or Greeks or the church of God, Holman Christian Standard Bible Give no offense to the Jews or the Greeks or the church of God, American Standard Version Give no occasion of stumbling, either to Jews, or to Greeks, or to the church of God: Contemporary English Version Don't cause problems for Jews or Greeks or anyone else who belongs to God's church. English Revised Version Give no occasion of stumbling, either to Jews, or to Greeks, or to the church of God: GOD'S WORD® Translation Don't cause others to stumble, whether they are Jewish, Greek, or members of God's church. Good News Translation Live in such a way as to cause no trouble either to Jews or Gentiles or to the church of God. International Standard Version Don't become a stumbling block to Jews or Greeks or to the church of God, Majority Standard Bible Do not become a stumbling block, whether to Jews or Greeks or the church of God? NET Bible Do not give offense to Jews or Greeks or to the church of God, New Heart English Bible Give no occasions for stumbling, either to Jews, or to Greeks, or to the church of God; Webster's Bible Translation Give no offense, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: Weymouth New Testament Do not be causes of stumbling either to Jews or to Gentiles, nor to the Church of God. World English Bible Give no occasion for stumbling, whether to Jews, to Greeks, or to the assembly of God; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionbecome offenseless, both to Jews and Greeks, and to the Assembly of God; Berean Literal Bible Be you without offense both to Jews and Greeks, and to the church of God-- Young's Literal Translation become offenceless, both to Jews and Greeks, and to the assembly of God; Smith's Literal Translation And be ye not molesters to the Jews, and the Greeks, and to the church of God: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBe without offence to the Jews, and to the Gentiles, and to the church of God: Catholic Public Domain Version Be without offense toward the Jews, and toward the Gentiles, and toward the Church of God, New American Bible Avoid giving offense, whether to Jews or Greeks or the church of God, New Revised Standard Version Give no offense to Jews or to Greeks or to the church of God, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleGive no offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Syrians, nor to the church of God; Aramaic Bible in Plain English Be without violation to the Jews and to the Aramaeans and to the Church of God, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentGive no occasion for stumbling, either to the Jews, or to the Greeks, or to the church of God; Godbey New Testament Be ye without offence, both to Jews, and to Greeks, and to the church of God: Haweis New Testament Give no occasion of stumbling either to the Jews or the Gentiles, or the church of God: Mace New Testament give no offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God. Weymouth New Testament Do not be causes of stumbling either to Jews or to Gentiles, nor to the Church of God. Worrell New Testament Give no occasion of stumbling, either to Jews or Greeks, or to the assembly of God: Worsley New Testament Behave inoffensively both to the Jews, and to the Greeks, and to the church of God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context All to God's Glory…31So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God. 32Do not become a stumbling block, whether to Jews or Greeks or the church of God— 33as I also try to please everyone in all I do. For I am not seeking my own good, but the good of many, that they may be saved.… Cross References Romans 14:13-21 Therefore let us stop judging one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way. / I am convinced and fully persuaded in the Lord Jesus that nothing is unclean in itself. But if anyone regards something as unclean, then for him it is unclean. / If your brother is distressed by what you eat, you are no longer acting in love. Do not by your eating destroy your brother, for whom Christ died. ... Acts 15:19-21 It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not cause trouble for the Gentiles who are turning to God. / Instead, we should write and tell them to abstain from food polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from the meat of strangled animals, and from blood. / For Moses has been proclaimed in every city from ancient times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.” Romans 14:1-3 Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on his opinions. / For one person has faith to eat all things, while another, who is weak, eats only vegetables. / The one who eats everything must not belittle the one who does not, and the one who does not eat everything must not judge the one who does, for God has accepted him. Romans 15:1-2 We who are strong ought to bear with the shortcomings of the weak and not to please ourselves. / Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 1 Corinthians 8:9-13 Be careful, however, that your freedom does not become a stumbling block to the weak. / For if someone with a weak conscience sees you who are well informed eating in an idol’s temple, will he not be encouraged to eat food sacrificed to idols? / So this weak brother, for whom Christ died, is destroyed by your knowledge. ... 1 Corinthians 9:19-22 Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. / To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), to win those under the law. / To those without the law I became like one without the law (though I am not outside the law of God but am under the law of Christ), to win those without the law. ... 2 Corinthians 6:3 We put no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no one can discredit our ministry. Matthew 18:6-7 But if anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a large millstone hung around his neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea. / Woe to the world for the causes of sin. These stumbling blocks must come, but woe to the man through whom they come! Galatians 5:13 For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love. Philippians 2:3-4 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. / Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone. / Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people. Romans 12:18 If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone. 1 Peter 2:12 Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us. Leviticus 19:18 Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against any of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD. Proverbs 3:30 Do not accuse a man without cause, when he has done you no harm. Treasury of Scripture Give none offense, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: none. 1 Corinthians 10:33 Even as I please all men in all things, not seeking mine own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved. 1 Corinthians 8:13 Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend. Romans 14:13 Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an occasion to fall in his brother's way. Gentiles. 1 Corinthians 11:22 What? have ye not houses to eat and to drink in? or despise ye the church of God, and shame them that have not? What shall I say to you? shall I praise you in this? I praise you not. Acts 20:28 Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. 1 Timothy 3:5,15 (For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?) … Jump to Previous Assembly Cause Causes Church Either Gentiles Greeks Jews Occasion Occasions Offence Offense Stumble Stumbling Trouble WhetherJump to Next Assembly Cause Causes Church Either Gentiles Greeks Jews Occasion Occasions Offence Offense Stumble Stumbling Trouble Whether1 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. Do not become a stumbling block This phrase emphasizes the importance of living in a way that does not cause others to falter in their faith. In the context of 1 Corinthians, Paul addresses the issue of Christian liberty and the responsibility that comes with it. The term "stumbling block" is a metaphor for an obstacle that causes someone to sin or fall away from their faith. This concept is echoed in Romans 14:13, where Paul advises believers to avoid putting obstacles in the way of others. The idea is rooted in the teachings of Jesus, who warned against causing "one of these little ones who believe in me to sin" (Matthew 18:6). whether to Jews or Greeks or the church of God— Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 1 Corinthians, addressing the church in Corinth with guidance on Christian conduct. 2. The Church in Corinth A diverse congregation in a major Greek city, dealing with issues of unity and moral conduct. 3. Jews The ethnic and religious group with whom early Christians shared a significant heritage and theological background. 4. Greeks Representing Gentiles or non-Jews, often associated with the broader Hellenistic culture of the time. 5. The Church of God Refers to the collective body of believers, emphasizing unity and shared faith in Christ. Teaching Points Avoiding OffenseAs Christians, we are called to be mindful of our actions and words, ensuring they do not cause others to stumble in their faith. Cultural Sensitivity Understanding and respecting cultural differences within the body of Christ is crucial for maintaining unity and peace. Unity in Diversity The church is composed of diverse backgrounds, and believers are encouraged to prioritize unity over personal preferences. Witness to the World Our conduct should reflect Christ's love and truth, serving as a positive witness to both believers and non-believers. Love as the Guiding Principle Love should guide our interactions, ensuring that our freedom in Christ does not harm others.(32) Give none offence.--A practical test of whether any course of conduct is to the glory of God. If it cause any human being to offend then it is not to God's glory. Heretofore St. Paul had spoken only of the edification of the Christian Church, and the avoidance of any offence to a Christian brother. Here the sphere of moral obligation is enlarged. Jew and Greek, as well as the Christian Church, are to be objects of our Christian solicitude.Verse 32. - Give none offence. Of course St. Paul means "give no offence in unimportant, indifferent matters" (comp. Romans 14:13). "Offence" means "occasion of stumbling." The word only occurs in Acts 24:16; Philippians 1:16. Nor to the Gentiles; rather, nor to the Greeks. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Do not become a stumbling block,γίνεσθε (ginesthe) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. whether καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. to Jews Ἰουδαίοις (Ioudaiois) Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural Strong's 2453: Jewish. From Iouda; Judaean, i.e. Belonging to Jehudah. [or] καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. Greeks Ἕλλησιν (Hellēsin) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural Strong's 1672: From Hellas; a Hellen or inhabitant of Hellas; by extension a Greek-speaking person, especially a non-Jew. [or] καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. the τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. church ἐκκλησίᾳ (ekklēsia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 1577: From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation. of God, Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Links 1 Corinthians 10:32 NIV1 Corinthians 10:32 NLT 1 Corinthians 10:32 ESV 1 Corinthians 10:32 NASB 1 Corinthians 10:32 KJV 1 Corinthians 10:32 BibleApps.com 1 Corinthians 10:32 Biblia Paralela 1 Corinthians 10:32 Chinese Bible 1 Corinthians 10:32 French Bible 1 Corinthians 10:32 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 1 Corinthians 10:32 Give no occasions for stumbling either (1 Cor. 1C iC 1Cor i cor icor) |
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