King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world.
Complete Jewish Bible:
But when we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined, so that we will not be condemned along with the world.
Berean Standard Bible:
But when we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world.
American Standard Version:
But when we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we may not be condemned with the world.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
But{G1161} when we are judged{G2919}, we are chastened{G3811} of{G5259} the Lord{G2962}, that{G3363} we should{G2632} not{G3363} be condemned{G2632} with{G4862} the world{G2889}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Hebrews 12:5
- And ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children, My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him:
Hebrews 12:11
- Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
Proverbs 3:11
- My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:
Proverbs 3:12
- For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son [in whom] he delighteth.
Revelation 3:19
- As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
Psalms 118:18
- The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death.
Job 5:17
- ¶ Behold, happy [is] the man whom God correcteth: therefore despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty:
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Commentary for 1 Corinthians 11:32
1 Corinthians 11:32 is part of the Apostle Paul's first letter to the Christian community in Corinth, a city in ancient Greece. In this verse, Paul is addressing the Corinthians regarding the proper conduct during the Lord's Supper (Communion), which he had previously discussed in the earlier verses of the chapter. The broader context is that some members of the Corinthian church were partaking of the Lord's Supper in a manner that was disrespectful and divisive, failing to recognize the significance of the body and blood of Christ represented in the bread and wine.
The specific verse, 1 Corinthians 11:32, speaks to the theme of divine discipline and the purpose it serves within the community of believers. Paul explains that when believers are judged (either by God or by the church community), it is for the purpose of correction and chastisement by the Lord. This chastisement is intended to be a preventative measure, so that they might not ultimately face condemnation along with the rest of the unbelieving world. The verse reflects a principle found throughout the New Testament: God disciplines those He loves (Hebrews 12:6), and such discipline is meant to lead to repentance and restoration rather than punishment.
In the historical context, the early Christian church was establishing its practices and doctrines, often in contrast to the surrounding pagan culture. Paul's instruction to the Corinthians was aimed at maintaining the holiness and unity of the church, ensuring that their worship and communal practices reflected the Gospel and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The verse serves as a sobering reminder of the seriousness with which Christians should approach the ordinances of the church, the importance of self-examination, and the ultimately redemptive purpose of God's discipline.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G1161
There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δέ
Transliteration: dé
Pronunciation: deh
Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English). - Strong's Number: G2919
There are 98 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κρίνω
Transliteration: krínō
Pronunciation: kree'-no
Description: properly, to distinguish, i.e. decide (mentally or judicially); by implication, to try, condemn, punish:--avenge, conclude, condemn, damn, decree, determine, esteem, judge, go to (sue at the) law, ordain, call in question, sentence to, think. - Strong's Number: G3811
There are 13 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: παιδεύω
Transliteration: paideúō
Pronunciation: pahee-dyoo'-o
Description: from παῖς; to train up a child, i.e. educate, or (by implication), discipline (by punishment):--chasten(-ise), instruct, learn, teach. - Strong's Number: G5259
There are 211 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑπό
Transliteration: hypó
Pronunciation: hoop-o'
Description: a primary preposition; under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneath) or where (below) or time (when (at)):--among, by, from, in, of, under, with. In the comparative, it retains the same general applications, especially of inferior position or condition, and specially, covertly or moderately. - Strong's Number: G2962
There are 687 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κύριος
Transliteration: kýrios
Pronunciation: koo'-ree-os
Description: from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title):-- God, Lord, master, Sir. - Strong's Number: G3363
There are 95 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἵνα μή
Transliteration: hína mḗ
Pronunciation: hin'-ah may
Description: i.e. ἵνα and μή; in order (or so) that not:--albeit not, lest, that, no(-t, (-thing)). - Strong's Number: G2632
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κατακρίνω
Transliteration: katakrínō
Pronunciation: kat-ak-ree'-no
Description: from κατά and κρίνω; to judge against, i.e. sentence:--condemn, damn. - Strong's Number: G4862
There are 121 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: σύν
Transliteration: sýn
Pronunciation: soon
Description: a primary preposition denoting union; with or together (but much closer than μετά or παρά), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.:--beside, with. In composition it has similar applications, including completeness. - Strong's Number: G2889
There are 152 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κόσμος
Transliteration: kósmos
Pronunciation: kos'-mos
Description: probably from the base of κομίζω; orderly arrangement, i.e. decoration; by implication, the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively (morally)):--adorning, world.