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NASB | 1 Corinthians 14:34 ¶ The women are to keep silent in the churches; for they are not permitted to speak, but are to subject themselves, just as the Law also says. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 14:34 ¶ the women should be silent in the churches, for they are not authorized to speak, but are to take a subordinate place, as the Law says. |
Subject: Women speak in church? |
Bible Note: Dear inHzsvc, I acquiesce to your point that that Bible only states one side of this issue. Your thinking, your method is to adhere to the words of Paul as though they were intended to all, for all time. My thinking, my method is to believe that Paul was addressing a specific situation, and that the gist, the essence(life) of his teaching is to be adhered to. You have admitted that the word is silent concerning the 'other side' of this issue. I do, however, believe that we agree on the premise that women are different, and should be under authority. Children, too. I believe the same result can be attained without the 'gag,' without the hat and the veil. I am sure that the Bible teaches us that love is the preferred method, as taught in this same letter, by the same Author, to the same church. Apparently, this love command was not yet effective, for reasons we do not completely know. I hope and pray that the better teaching is being restored to the church, as we come closer to Jesus' soon return. I am aware of the dangers of 'Babylon' today, but also aware that rigid, stiff-necked Israel did not please God. Jesus' teaching always surprised the extremists with the balance of love and truth. Thank you for your patience with me. In Christ Jesus, charis |