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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 keep silent in the churches" |
Bible Note: It is hard to disagree with someone in whom I share so much agreement, and even with exceptions, I am not disagreeing, merely trying to clarify. So-- two points: What law is he referring to, and if it's not Moses delivered, and is Corinth/Roman law, if we are supposed to disregard time/place/circumstances why mention it at all? Second point, v40 of same chapter, "But all things should be done with regard to decency and propriety and in an orderly fashion." Having asked this, though, I do not in any way wish to be implying that I think any Scripture was meant for only the time in which it was written. Even if Paul was referring to local law, I would say that he was reminding them that Jesus also commanded we respect and obey our local authorities and government. Looking forward to your thoughts, Melanie |