1 Corinthians 14:8

For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battle?

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Other Translations for 1 Corinthians 14:8

BSB

Again, if the trumpet sounds a muffled call, who will prepare for battle?

AKJV

For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battle?

CPDV

For example, if the trumpet made an uncertain sound, who would prepare himself for battle?

ERV

For if the trumpet give an uncertain voice, who shall prepare himself for war?

NHEB

For if the trumpet gave an uncertain sound, who would prepare himself for war?

SMT

For also if the trumpet give an uncertain voice, who shall prepare himself for war?

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Corinthians 14:8

ForG2532Conjunction ifG1437ConjunctionthetrumpetG4536Noun Feminine giveG1325VerbanuncertainG82Adjective soundG5456Noun Feminine whoG5101shallpreparehimselfG3903Verb toG1519PrepositionthebattleG4171Noun Masculine

Commentary for 1 Corinthians 14:8

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 1 Corinthians 14:8

Summary

Uncertain trumpet signals leave soldiers unprepared.

Event

Using battle metaphor

Estimated Time Period

c. 53-54 AD