Romans 14:20

For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed are pure; but it is evil for that man who eateth with offence.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Romans 14:20

BSB
Do not destroy the work of God for the sake of food. All food is clean, but it is wrong for a man to let his eating be a stumbling block.
AKJV
For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed are pure; but it is evil for that man who eats with offense.
CPDV
Do not be willing to destroy the work of God because of food. Certainly, all things are clean. But there is harm for a man who offends by eating.
ERV
Overthrow not for meat's sake the work of God. All things indeed are clean; howbeit it is evil for that man who eateth with offence.
NHEB
Do not overthrow God's work for food's sake. All things indeed are clean, however it is evil for anyone who creates a stumbling block by eating.
SMT
Not for sake of food destroy thou the work of God. Truly all things clean; but evil to the man eating by offence.

Commentary for Romans 14:20

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Overview of Romans 14:20
Summary
Avoid causing spiritual harm through conscience
Event
Warning against offending others
Estimated Time Period
c. 56-57 AD
Category
Teaching