What I am saying is for wise men, do you be the judges of it.
For this cause, my dear brothers, give no worship to false gods.
The cup of blessing which we take, does it not give us a part in the blood of Christ? and is not the broken bread a taking part in the body of Christ?
Be judges yourselves of the question: does it seem right for a woman to take part in prayer unveiled?
My brothers, do not be children in mind: in evil be as little children, but in mind be of full growth.
We are made to seem foolish for Christ, but you are wise in Christ; we are feeble, but you are strong; you have glory, but we have shame.
I say this to put you to shame. Is there not among you one wise man who may be able to give a decision between his brothers?
Now about things offered to images: we all seem to ourselves to have knowledge. Knowledge gives pride, but love gives true strength.
Let all things be tested; keep to what is good;