Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But if they cannot control themselves, they should marry, for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. New Living Translation But if they can’t control themselves, they should go ahead and marry. It’s better to marry than to burn with lust. English Standard Version But if they cannot exercise self-control, they should marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Berean Standard Bible But if they cannot control themselves, let them marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Berean Literal Bible But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. King James Bible But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. New King James Version but if they cannot exercise self-control, let them marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion. New American Standard Bible But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. NASB 1995 But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. NASB 1977 But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn. Legacy Standard Bible But if they do not have self-control, let them marry, for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Amplified Bible But if they do not have [sufficient] self-control, they should marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Christian Standard Bible But if they do not have self-control, they should marry, since it is better to marry than to burn with desire. Holman Christian Standard Bible But if they do not have self-control, they should marry, for it is better to marry than to burn with desire. American Standard Version But if they have not continency, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. Contemporary English Version But if you don't have enough self-control, then go ahead and get married. After all, it is better to marry than to burn with desire. English Revised Version But if they have not continency, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. GOD'S WORD® Translation However, if you cannot control your desires, you should get married. It is better for you to marry than to burn [with sexual desire]. Good News Translation But if you cannot restrain your desires, go ahead and marry--it is better to marry than to burn with passion. International Standard Version However, if they cannot control themselves, they should get married, for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Majority Standard Bible But if they cannot control themselves, let them marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion. NET Bible But if they do not have self-control, let them get married. For it is better to marry than to burn with sexual desire. New Heart English Bible But if they do not have self-control, let them marry. For it's better to marry than to burn. Webster's Bible Translation But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. Weymouth New Testament If, however, they cannot maintain self-control, by all means let them marry; for marriage is better than the fever of passion. World English Bible But if they don’t have self-control, let them marry. For it’s better to marry than to burn with passion. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand if they do not have continence—let them marry, for it is better to marry than to burn; Berean Literal Bible But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Young's Literal Translation and if they have not continence -- let them marry, for it is better to marry than to burn; Smith's Literal Translation And if they have not self command, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to be set on fire. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut if they do not contain themselves, let them marry. For it is better to marry than to be burnt. Catholic Public Domain Version But if they cannot restrain themselves, they should marry. For it is better to marry, than to be burned. New American Bible but if they cannot exercise self-control they should marry, for it is better to marry than to be on fire. New Revised Standard Version But if they are not practicing self-control, they should marry. For it is better to marry than to be aflame with passion. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut if they cannot endure it, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with passion. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But if they do not endure, let them marry. It is beneficial for them to take a wife rather than to burn with lust. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut if they can not be continent, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn. Godbey New Testament but if they do not contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. Haweis New Testament But if they have not the gift of continence, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. Mace New Testament but if they have not the gift, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to be in pain. Weymouth New Testament If, however, they cannot maintain self-control, by all means let them marry; for marriage is better than the fever of passion. Worrell New Testament But, if they have not continency let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn. Worsley New Testament But if they have not the gift of continence, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn with lust. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Principles of Marriage…8Now to the unmarried and widows I say this: It is good for them to remain unmarried, as I am. 9But if they cannot control themselves, let them marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion. 10To the married I give this command (not I, but the Lord): A wife must not separate from her husband.… Cross References Matthew 19:11-12 “Not everyone can accept this word,” He replied, “but only those to whom it has been given. / For there are eunuchs who were born that way; others were made that way by men; and still others live like eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it.” 1 Timothy 5:14 So I advise the younger widows to marry, have children, and manage their households, denying the adversary occasion for slander. Genesis 2:18 The LORD God also said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make for him a suitable helper.” Proverbs 5:18-19 May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth: / A loving doe, a graceful fawn—may her breasts satisfy you always; may you be captivated by her love forever. Hebrews 13:4 Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 For it is God’s will that you should be holy: You must abstain from sexual immorality; / each of you must know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, / not in lustful passion like the Gentiles who do not know God; Ephesians 5:31-33 “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” / This mystery is profound, but I am speaking about Christ and the church. / Nevertheless, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband. Song of Solomon 8:6-7 Set me as a seal over your heart, as a seal upon your arm. For love is as strong as death, its jealousy as unrelenting as Sheol. Its sparks are fiery flames, the fiercest blaze of all. / Mighty waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away. If a man were to give all the wealth of his house for love, his offer would be utterly scorned. 1 Timothy 4:3 They will prohibit marriage and require abstinence from certain foods that God has created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. Genesis 1:28 God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth.” Proverbs 18:22 He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD. Matthew 5:28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 1 Peter 4:2 Consequently, he does not live out his remaining time on earth for human passions, but for the will of God. Romans 7:2 For instance, a married woman is bound by law to her husband as long as he lives. But if her husband dies, she is released from the law of marriage. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. / For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up! / Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; but how can one keep warm alone? ... Treasury of Scripture But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. let. 1 Corinthians 7:2,28,36,39 Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband… 1 Timothy 5:11,14 But the younger widows refuse: for when they have begun to wax wanton against Christ, they will marry; … Jump to Previous Aflame Better Burn Burning Contain Control Desire Exercise Fever However Life Maintain Marriage Married Marry Means Passion Self-Control ThemselvesJump to Next Aflame Better Burn Burning Contain Control Desire Exercise Fever However Life Maintain Marriage Married Marry Means Passion Self-Control Themselves1 Corinthians 7 1. He discusses marriage;4. showing it to be a remedy against sinful desires, 10. and that the bond thereof ought not lightly to be dissolved. 20. Every man must be content with his vocation. 25. Virginity wherefore to be embraced; 35. and for what respects we may either marry, or abstain from marrying. But if they cannot control themselves This phrase addresses individuals who struggle with self-control regarding sexual desires. In the context of 1 Corinthians 7, Paul is responding to questions from the Corinthian church about marriage and celibacy. The city of Corinth was known for its immorality and pagan practices, which included temple prostitution. This cultural backdrop made sexual temptation a significant issue for new believers. Paul acknowledges human weakness and the difficulty of maintaining celibacy for those who are not gifted with it, as he mentions earlier in the chapter (1 Corinthians 7:7). This aligns with the biblical understanding that self-control is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), yet recognizes that not all possess it to the same degree. let them marry For it is better to marry than to burn with passion Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 1 Corinthians, Paul is addressing the church in Corinth, providing guidance on issues related to marriage and celibacy. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece known for its diverse population and moral challenges, including issues related to sexual immorality. 3. The Corinthian Church The recipients of Paul's letter, a community of believers navigating their faith amidst a culture with differing values. Teaching Points The Gift of Self-ControlNot everyone possesses the gift of celibacy. Recognizing one's limitations in self-control is crucial for making wise decisions about marriage. Marriage as a Godly Solution Marriage is presented as a legitimate and honorable solution for those who struggle with sexual desires, aligning with God's design for human relationships. Avoiding Temptation Paul emphasizes the importance of avoiding situations that lead to sin. Marriage can be a protective measure against falling into sexual immorality. Understanding Personal Calling Each believer must discern their calling, whether to marriage or celibacy, and live accordingly to honor God. The Role of Passion Passion is a natural part of human experience, but it must be directed in ways that align with God's will, such as within the bounds of marriage.(9) It is better . . .--Because to be influenced with unlawful desire is a sin, and to marry is no sin.Verse 9. - If they cannot contain; rather, if they have not continency. Let them marry. In 1 Timothy 5:14 he lays down and justifies the same rule with reference to young widows. It is better to marry than to burn. The original tenses give greater force and beauty to this obvious rule of Christian common sense and morality. The "marry" is in the aorist - "to marry once for all," and live in holy married union; the "burn" is in the present - "to be on fire with concupiscence." Marriage once for all is better than continuous lust; the former is permitted, the latter sinful. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. if εἰ (ei) Conjunction Strong's 1487: If. A primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc. they cannot control themselves, ἐγκρατεύονται (enkrateuontai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1467: To exercise self-control, be continent. Middle voice from egkrates; to exercise self-restraint. let them marry. γαμησάτωσαν (gamēsatōsan) Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1060: To marry, used of either sex. From gamos; to wed. For γάρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. it is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. better κρεῖττον (kreitton) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular - Comparative Strong's 2909: Stronger, more excellent. Comparative of a derivative of kratos; stronger, i.e. better, i.e. Nobler. to marry γαμῆσαι (gamēsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 1060: To marry, used of either sex. From gamos; to wed. than ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. to burn with passion. πυροῦσθαι (pyrousthai) Verb - Present Infinitive Middle or Passive Strong's 4448: From pur; to kindle, i.e. to be ignited, glow, be refined, or to be inflamed. 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