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1 Corinthians 7:37-39
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
1 Corinthians 7:37-39
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
37 But he who stands steadfast[a] in his heart, not having a necessity[b], and has authority[c] concerning[d] his own will, and has determined this in his own heart, to keep[e] his virgin daughter— he will do well[f]. 38 So then, both the one giving his virgin daughter in marriage is doing well, and the one not giving-in-marriage will do better.
Widows Are Free To Remarry, But May Be Happier Remaining As They Are
39 A wife has been bound for as much time as her husband lives. But if her husband falls-asleep, she is free to be married to whom she wishes— only in the Lord.
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- 1 Corinthians 7:37 That is, believing it is best for his daughter to remain single.
- 1 Corinthians 7:37 Or, constraint, obligation, compulsion. That is, outside forces, including his daughter’s wishes, are not compelling the father to do otherwise.
- 1 Corinthians 7:37 That is, freedom to act as he thinks best in the case of his daughter.
- 1 Corinthians 7:37 Or, in relation to, with regard to.
- 1 Corinthians 7:37 That is, keep her in his household, keep her as she is.
- 1 Corinthians 7:37 That is, he is doing a good and commendable thing.
Disciples’ Literal New Testament (DLNT) 
Disciples' Literal New Testament: Serving Modern Disciples by More Fully Reflecting the Writing Style of the Ancient Disciples, Copyright © 2011 Michael J. Magill. All Rights Reserved. Published by Reyma Publishing
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