1 Corinthians 7:40
“But she is happier if she so abide, after my judgment: and I think also that I have the Spirit of God.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
But she is happier if she so abide,.... That is, a widow, in an unmarried state; which is to be understood not of the…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
If she so abide - If she remain a widow even if she could be married to a Christian. After my judgment - In my opinion;…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
But she is happier if she so abide - If she continue in her widowhood because of the present distress; for this must…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Corinthians 7:39-40
The whole is here closed up with advice to widows: As long as the husband liveth the wife is bound by the law, confined…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
and I think also that I have the Spirit of God Not that there was any doubt in the Apostle's mind on this point. The…
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