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1 Corinthians 7:28

1 Corinthians 7:28
But and if thou marry, thou hast not sinned; and if a virgin marry, she hath not sinned. Nevertheless such shall have trouble in the flesh: but I spare you.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

But and if thou marry, thou sinnest not,.... If a man that has never been married, or one that has, if legally loosed…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Thou hast not sinned - There is no express command of God on this subject. The counsel which I give is mere advice, and…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

But, and if thou marry - As there is no law against this, even in the present distress, thou hast not sinned, because…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Corinthians 7:25-35

The apostle here resumes his discourse, and gives directions to virgins how to act, concerning which we may take…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

trouble in the flesh Tribulation, either as Monica, when she saw her son Augustine falling into sin and infidelity, or…

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