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1 Corinthians 10:1

1 Corinthians 10:1
Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea;

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant,.... The apostle having suggested his own fears and jealousies, lest, notwithstanding all his gifts and grace, he should be left to do…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Moreover, brethren - But, or now (δε de). This verse, with the following illustrations 1Co 10:1-4, is properly connected in Paul’s argument with the statements which he had made in 1Co 8:8, etc., and…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

I would not that ye should be ignorant - It seems as if the Corinthians had supposed that their being made partakers of the ordinances of the Gospel, such as baptism and the Lord's Supper, would…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

1 Corinthians 10:1-5

In order to dissuade the Corinthians from communion with idolaters, and security in any sinful course, he sets before them the example of the Jews, the church under the Old Testament. They enjoyed…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

1 Corinthians 10:1-14

1Co 10:1-14. The Example of Israel a Warning to Christians

In this chapter the direct argument concerning meats offered to idols is resumed in 1Co 10:14. The first fourteen verses of this chapter,…