1 Corinthians 11:17

Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better, but for the worse.

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Other Translations for 1 Corinthians 11:17

BSB
In the following instructions I have no praise to offer, because your gatherings do more harm than good.
AKJV
Now in this that I declare to you I praise you not, that you come together not for the better, but for the worse.
CPDV
Now I caution you, without praising, about this: that you assemble together, and not for better, but for worse.
ERV
But in giving you this charge, I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better but for the worse.
NHEB
But in giving you this command, I do not praise you, that you come together not for the better but for the worse.
SMT
And this announcing I approve not, that not for the better come ye together, but for the worse.

Commentary for 1 Corinthians 11:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Corinthians 11:17
Summary
Reproof for gathering producing harm
Event
Rebuke of congregational divisions
Estimated Time Period
c. 53-54 AD
Category
Judgment