1 Corinthians 7:32

But I would have you without carefulness. He that is unmarried careth for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please the Lord:

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Other Translations for 1 Corinthians 7:32

BSB
I want you to be free from concern. The unmarried man is concerned about the work of the Lord, how he can please the Lord.
AKJV
But I would have you without carefulness. He that is unmarried cares for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please the Lord:
CPDV
But I would prefer you to be without worry. Whoever is without a wife is worried about the things of the Lord, as to how he may please God.
ERV
But I would have you to be free from cares. He that is unmarried is careful for the things of the Lord, how he may please the Lord:
NHEB
But I desire to have you to be free from cares. He who is unmarried is concerned for the things of the Lord, how he may please the Lord;
SMT
But I will you to be free from care. The unmarried cares for things of the Lord, how he shall please the Lord:

Commentary for 1 Corinthians 7:32

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Corinthians 7:32
Summary
Unmarried person focuses on pleasing the Lord
Event
Benefit of unmarried status
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching