1 Corinthians 5:12
New International Version
What business is it of mine to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside?

New Living Translation
It isn’t my responsibility to judge outsiders, but it certainly is your responsibility to judge those inside the church who are sinning.

English Standard Version
For what have I to do with judging outsiders? Is it not those inside the church whom you are to judge?

Berean Standard Bible
What business of mine is it to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside?

Berean Literal Bible
For what is it to me to judge those outside? Do you not judge those within?

King James Bible
For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are within?

New King James Version
For what have I to do with judging those also who are outside? Do you not judge those who are inside?

New American Standard Bible
For what business of mine is it to judge outsiders? Do you not judge those who are within the church?

NASB 1995
For what have I to do with judging outsiders? Do you not judge those who are within the church?

NASB 1977
For what have I to do with judging outsiders? Do you not judge those who are within the church?

Legacy Standard Bible
For what have I to do with judging outsiders? Are you not to judge those who are within the church?

Amplified Bible
For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders (non-believers)? Do you not judge those who are within the church [to protect the church as the situation requires]?

Christian Standard Bible
For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders? Don’t you judge those who are inside?

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders? Don’t you judge those who are inside?

American Standard Version
For what have I to do with judging them that are without? Do not ye judge them that are within?

Contemporary English Version
Why should I judge outsiders? Aren't we supposed to judge only church members?

English Revised Version
For what have I to do with judging them that are without? Do not ye judge them that are within,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After all, do I have any business judging those who are outside [the Christian faith]? Isn't it your business to judge those who are inside?

International Standard Version
After all, is it my business to judge outsiders? You are to judge those who are in the community, aren't you?

Majority Standard Bible
What business of mine is it to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside?

NET Bible
For what do I have to do with judging those outside? Are you not to judge those inside?

New Heart English Bible
For what have I to do with also judging those who are outside? Do you not judge those who are within?

Webster's Bible Translation
For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do ye not judge them that are within?

Weymouth New Testament
For what business of mine is it to judge outsiders? Is it not for you to judge those who are within the Church

World English Bible
For what do I have to do with also judging those who are outside? Don’t you judge those who are within?
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for what have I also to judge those outside? Do you not judge those within?

Berean Literal Bible
For what is it to me to judge those outside? Do you not judge those within?

Young's Literal Translation
for what have I also those without to judge? those within do ye not judge?

Smith's Literal Translation
For what to me also to judge them without? do ye yourselves judge them within.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For what have I to do to judge them that are without ? Do not you judge them that are within ?

Catholic Public Domain Version
For what have I to do with judging those who are outside? But do not even you yourselves judge those who are inside?

New American Bible
For why should I be judging outsiders? Is it not your business to judge those within?

New Revised Standard Version
For what have I to do with judging those outside? Is it not those who are inside that you are to judge?
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For what business have I to judge those who are outside the church? But you may judge those who are within the church.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
For what business have I to judge outsiders? Judge the insiders.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
For what right have I to judge those who are without? Do you not judge those who are within?

Godbey New Testament
For why is it for me to judge the outsiders? Do you not judge those within? But God will judge those without.

Haweis New Testament
For what call have I to judge those who are without? Do not ye judge those who are within the church?

Mace New Testament
for what have I to do to judge those who are without the church; but are not you to judge those that are within?

Weymouth New Testament
For what business of mine is it to judge outsiders? Is it not for you to judge those who are within the Church

Worrell New Testament
For what have I to do with judging those who are without? Do not ye judge those who are within?

Worsley New Testament
For what have I to do to judge those that are without? and do not ye judge those that are within?

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Expel the Immoral Brother
11But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat. 12 What business of mine is it to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside? 13God will judge those outside. “Expel the wicked man from among you.”…

Cross References
Matthew 7:1-5
“Do not judge, or you will be judged. / For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. / Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye? ...

Romans 14:4
Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls. And he will stand, for the Lord is able to make him stand.

1 Corinthians 6:1-6
If any of you has a grievance against another, how dare he go to law before the unrighteous instead of before the saints! / Do you not know that the saints will judge the world? And if you are to judge the world, are you not competent to judge trivial cases? / Do you not know that we will judge angels? How much more the things of this life! ...

1 Corinthians 6:12-13
“Everything is permissible for me,” but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible for me,” but I will not be mastered by anything. / “Food for the stomach and the stomach for food,” but God will destroy them both. The body is not intended for sexual immorality, but for the Lord, and the Lord for the body.

1 Corinthians 10:15
I speak to reasonable people; judge for yourselves what I say.

1 Corinthians 10:29-30
the other one’s conscience, I mean, not your own. For why should my freedom be determined by someone else’s conscience? / If I partake in the meal with thankfulness, why am I denounced because of that for which I give thanks?

1 Corinthians 11:31-32
Now if we judged ourselves properly, we would not come under judgment. / But when we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world.

2 Corinthians 2:6-8
The punishment imposed on him by the majority is sufficient for him. / So instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow. / Therefore I urge you to reaffirm your love for him.

Galatians 6:1
Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted.

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12
and to aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you. / Then you will behave properly toward outsiders, without being dependent on anyone.

1 Timothy 3:7
Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil.

1 Timothy 5:20
But those who persist in sin should be rebuked in front of everyone, so that the others will stand in fear of sin.

2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.

Titus 3:10-11
Reject a divisive man after a first and second admonition, / knowing that such a man is corrupt and sinful; he is self-condemned.

Hebrews 13:17
Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.


Treasury of Scripture

For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not you judge them that are within?

what.

Luke 12:14
And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you?

John 18:36
Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

them.

Mark 4:11
And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables:

Colossians 4:5
Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.

1 Thessalonians 4:12
That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing.

do not.

1 Corinthians 6:1-5
Dare any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unjust, and not before the saints? …

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1. The sexual immorality person,
6. is cause rather of shame unto them than of rejoicing.
7. The old leaven is to be purged out.
10. Heinous offenders are to be shamed and avoided.














What business of mine
The phrase "What business of mine" suggests a rhetorical question posed by Paul, emphasizing the boundaries of his apostolic authority. The Greek word used here, "τί," implies a sense of inquiry or questioning. Paul is highlighting the distinction between his responsibilities and those of the church members. This phrase underscores the importance of understanding one's role within the body of Christ and the limits of spiritual authority. It serves as a reminder that believers are called to focus on their own community and spiritual growth rather than overstepping into areas beyond their God-given jurisdiction.

is it to judge
The term "judge" comes from the Greek word "κρίνω" (krinō), which means to separate, distinguish, or make a decision. In the context of this verse, Paul is addressing the act of making moral or spiritual evaluations. The conservative Christian perspective emphasizes that judgment should be exercised with discernment and humility, recognizing that ultimate judgment belongs to God. This phrase calls believers to exercise wisdom and grace when addressing issues within the church, ensuring that their judgments align with biblical principles and the love of Christ.

those outside the church?
"Those outside the church" refers to individuals who are not part of the Christian community. The Greek term "ἔξω" (exō) indicates those who are external or outside the boundaries of the faith community. Paul is making a clear distinction between the responsibilities of the church towards its members and those who do not share the same faith. Historically, the early church faced challenges in maintaining its distinct identity while engaging with the surrounding pagan culture. This phrase encourages believers to focus on nurturing and correcting their own community, while also being a light to the world through their conduct and testimony.

Are you not to judge
This rhetorical question reinforces the responsibility of the church to hold its members accountable. The Greek word "οὐχί" (ouchi) is used to expect an affirmative answer, indicating that it is indeed the duty of the church to exercise judgment within its own community. From a conservative Christian viewpoint, this phrase highlights the importance of church discipline and the need for a community that upholds biblical standards. It serves as a call to action for believers to lovingly correct and restore those who have strayed, ensuring the purity and integrity of the church.

those inside?
"Those inside" refers to members of the Christian community. The Greek word "ἔσω" (esō) signifies those who are within the boundaries of the church. Paul is emphasizing the church's responsibility to maintain order and holiness among its members. In the historical context of the Corinthian church, there were issues of immorality and division that needed to be addressed. This phrase serves as a reminder that the church is a family, and like any family, it requires guidance, correction, and mutual accountability to thrive. It calls believers to foster a community where love, truth, and holiness are paramount, reflecting the character of Christ to the world.

(12) For what have I to do . . .?--The Apostle in this verse at once explains the grounds of the limitation of his remarks to Christians, and seems to hint also, by the form of expression here, that the Corinthian Church ought to have been able to have understood his remarks as only applicable to themselves and not to the heathen.

Them also that are without.--The heathen. It was a common form of expression amongst the Jews to designate the Gentile world (Mark 4:11).

Do not ye judge them that are within?--As the Christian Church could sit in judgment only on its own members, so they should have concluded that only on them had St. Paul passed judgment.

Verse 12. - For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? To pass sentence on heathens is no concern of mine; it is no part of my office. The phrase "them that are without" was originally a Jewish phrase. To the Jews all men were outsiders (chitsonin) except themselves. The phrase was adopted by Christians, but in a less contemptuous sense (1 Thessalonians 4:12; Colossians 4:5). We find a description of "those that were without" - "aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenant of promise" - in Ephesians 2:12. Do not ye judge them that are within! An appeal to their own practice and to common sense. Christian rules can, of course, only apply to Christian communities.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
What
Τί (Ti)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Neuter Singular
Strong's 5101: Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.

business of mine [is it]
μοι (moi)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

to judge
κρίνειν (krinein)
Verb - Present Infinitive Active
Strong's 2919: Properly, to distinguish, i.e. Decide; by implication, to try, condemn, punish.

those
τοὺς (tous)
Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

outside [the church ]?
ἔξω (exō)
Adverb
Strong's 1854: Without, outside. Adverb from ek; out(-side, of doors), literally or figuratively.

{Are} you
ὑμεῖς (hymeis)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

not
οὐχὶ (ouchi)
IntPrtcl
Strong's 3780: By no means, not at all. Intensive of ou; not indeed.

to judge
κρίνετε (krinete)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2919: Properly, to distinguish, i.e. Decide; by implication, to try, condemn, punish.

those
τοὺς (tous)
Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

inside?
ἔσω (esō)
Adverb
Strong's 2080: Within, inside, with verbs either of rest or of motion; prep: within, to within, inside. From eis; inside.


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