1 Corinthians 8:13 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)13 Therefore, if [eating certain] foods causes my brother to fall away [from God], I will never eat meat again, so I do not cause my brother to fall away. Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 176913 Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend. Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition13 Therefore, if [my eating a] food is a cause of my brother's falling or of hindering [his spiritual advancement], I will not eat [such] flesh forever, lest I cause my brother to be tripped up and fall and to be offended. Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)13 Wherefore, if meat causeth my brother to stumble, I will eat no flesh for evermore, that I cause not my brother to stumble. Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible13 This is why, if food causes the downfall of my brother or sister, I won’t eat meat ever again, or else I may cause my brother or sister to fall. Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version13 Because of this, if food leads my brother to sin, I will never eat meat, lest I lead my brother to sin. Ver Capítulo |
“Everything is permissible for me [to do];” but not everything is profitable. [Note: The words in quote marks in this and the following verse are thought to have been commonly held views of that day, to which Paul gives an inspired reply]. “Everything is permissible for me [to do];” but I will not be ruled by anything.
But, so that we do not become a hindrance to these [tax collectors], go to the lake and cast in your hook [and line]. Then take the first fish [you catch], open its mouth and you will find a coin [i.e., worth twice the amount of an individual’s Temple tax assessment]. Take it and give it [to the tax collectors] for you and me.”