- Bible
- 1 Corinthians
- Chapter 11
- Verse 8
My Notes
Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Neither was the man created for the woman,.... To be subservient to her; for she was not in being when he was created;…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For the man is not of the woman - The man was not formed from the woman. But the woman of the man - From his side; Gen…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
For, the man is not of the woman - Bishop Pearce translates ου γαρ εστιν ανηρ εκ γυναικος, αλλα γυνη εξ ανδρος, thus:…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Corinthians 11:1-16
Paul, having answered the cases put to him, proceeds in this chapter to the redress of grievances. The first verse of…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
For the man is not of the woman Secondargument, drawn from the creation of mankind. The narrative in the book of Genesis…