17.32-Read 1 Corinthians 7.32-40. In verses 32-35: Being free from anxiety. Paul explains the basis for his advice in vv.25-31. Marriage makes practical demands not directly concerned with the affairs of the Lord. Single people may focus exclusively on such things. In verse 35: Restraint: rather than discouraging marriage, Paul is encouraging good order and devotion to the Lord. In verses 36-38: Advice for those engaged to be married. In verse 36: Fiancee translates the Greek word for virgin ("pathenos"). It may refer to a father's engaged daughter. The Greek of vv. 36-38 is much less clear than the NRSV translation, which expresses one interpretation. In verse 38: Refrains from marriage: Paul's advice here is consistent with the rest of the chapter. In verses 39-40: Advice to widow. This extends the advice of v. 8. The death of one married partner dissolves the marriage (Rom 7.1-3). In verse 40: Remains as she is: Paul follows the principle expressed in vv. 17-24. Spirit of God: Paul claims prophetic authority for his view (14.37). Comments or Questions..
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