I speak as to wise people; you then, judge what I say.
Parallel translations
- WEB I speak as to wise men. Judge what I say.
- KJV I speak as to wise men; judge ye what I say.
- BSB I speak to reasonable people; judge for yourselves what I say.
- NKJV I speak as to wise men; judge for yourselves what I say.
- NLT You are reasonable people. Decide for yourselves if what I am saying is true.
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Quick answer
Paul appeals to the Corinthians' own discernment, inviting them to weigh his argument. He treats them as capable of sound spiritual judgment.
Overview
Rather than commanding by mere authority, Paul appeals to reason, trusting that wise believers will recognize the truth of what follows about the Lord's Supper and idol-feasts. This reflects a respect for Spirit-given understanding in the church. It models persuasion rooted in shared conviction, expecting that those taught by God will rightly judge spiritual matters.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 7
- 1 Th 5:21Test all things, and hold firmly that which is good.
- 1 Cor 8:1Now concerning things sacrificed to idols: We know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.
- Job 34:2–3“Hear my words, you wise men. Give ear to me, you who have knowledge.
- 1 Cor 11:13Judge for yourselves. Is it appropriate that a woman pray to God unveiled?
- 1 Cor 4:10We are fools for Christ’s sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You have honor, but we have dishonor.
- 1 Cor 6:5I say this to move you to shame. Isn’t there even one wise man among you who would be able to decide between his brothers?
- 1 Cor 14:20Brothers, don’t be children in thoughts, yet in malice be babies, but in thoughts be mature.
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Christ crucified is the wisdom and power of God; he is our Passover sacrificed for us, the firstfruits of resurrection, the foundation on which everything is built.
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