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NASB | 1 Corinthians 7:8 ¶ But I say to the unmarried and to widows that it is good for them if they remain even as I. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 7:8 ¶ But I say to the unmarried and to the widows, [that as a practical matter] it is good if they remain [single and entirely devoted to the Lord] as I am. |
Subject: Was Paul single or married? |
Bible Note: CurtMan, Being single is not better than being married, for MOST people. If a man or a woman would be tempted by lust, they should marry, but only in the Lord. Marriage offers numerous protections to both husband and wife. If a person can overcome lust, then they MAY be a more effective servant by remaining single, but if they can not, they should marry rather than burn. Regardless, either way you can be an efective servant. One is not better than the other. AO |