Bible Strands
1 Corinthians 10:15
I speak to reasonable people; judge for yourselves what I say.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Corinthian believers immediately after commanding them to flee idolatry. He directs his argument to those capable of discernment before explaining the spiritual reality of the Lord's Supper.
The words — The text states that Paul speaks phronimois (to sensible ones) and commands them to krinate (do judge) what he declares. These terms frame his appeal as a direct instruction for the audience to apply their own discernment to his statement.
The thread — This appeal to discernment runs parallel to the command to test all things in 1 Thessalonians 5:21 and echoes Job’s address to wise men in Job 34:2. It also contrasts with the untested knowledge mentioned in 1 Corinthians 8:1.
Why it lands — The text requires readers to exercise personal discernment rather than demand blind compliance. It places the responsibility of evaluation directly on the audience before Paul proceeds to define the nature of Christian participation.
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The Greek words
King James Version
I speak as to wise men; judge ye what I say.
Cross-references
- 1 Thessalonians 5:21 but test all things. Hold fast to what is good.
- 1 Corinthians 8:1 Now about food sacrificed to idols: We know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up.
- Job 34:2 “Hear my words, O wise men; give ear to me, O men of learning.
- 1 Corinthians 4:10 We are fools for Christ, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are honored, but we are dishonored.
- 1 Corinthians 6:5 I say this to your shame. Is there really no one among you wise enough to arbitrate between his brothers?
- 1 Corinthians 11:13 Judge for yourselves: Is it proper for a woman to pray to God with her head uncovered?
- 1 Corinthians 14:20 Brothers, stop thinking like children. In regard to evil be infants, but in your thinking be mature.