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NASB | 1 Corinthians 6:16 Or do you not know that the one who joins himself to a prostitute is one body with her? For He says, "THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 6:16 Do you not know that the one who joins himself to a prostitute is one body with her? For He says, "THE TWO SHALL BE ONE FLESH." [Gen 2:24] |
Bible Question: I am thoroughly confused. I would like to know what others understand the meaning of Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 6:16 to be. To avoid any problems, I will not reply to any posts to this thread; I just wish to gain some definative understanding of this scripture. Please, I would just like to hear as many opinions regarding what this scripture means. |
Bible Answer: Paul is hearkening back to Genesis 2:24 when he speaks of two becoming one flesh. (Christ quotes this passage as well in Matthew 19:5.) Of course, this is to be understood as copulation. In some very special way, a man and a woman become joined in the sex act. This was intended to be part of God's plan for the consummation of marriage. However, although the body is to be used for righteousness, people often use their bodies for baser purposes (Romans 6:19). The idea of joining a prostitute to the body of Christ is utterly odious! Paul uses this shocking statement to drive home his point. |
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