2 Corinthians 11:20
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Берәйһе үҙегеҙҙе ҡоллоҡҡа төшөргәндә, һеҙҙең иҫәбегеҙгә йәшәгәндә, һеҙҙең менән файҙаланғанда, үҙен күктәргә күтәргәндә, битегеҙгә һуҡҡанда һеҙ түҙәһегеҙ бит.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Paul is warning the Corinthians that they allow others to mistreat them in various ways. He mentions five forms of mistreatment: being brought into bondage, being devoured, having things taken from them, seeing someone exalt themselves over them, and being struck on the face.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing with your friends and one friend starts bossing everyone around, taking their toys, making fun of them, or even hitting them. Paul is telling the Corinthians that they let others treat them like that, which isn't okay.
Historical Background
This verse is from the letter written by Apostle Paul to the church in Corinth around 53-54 AD. The Corinthians were a community struggling with issues of division and false teachings brought about by other leaders who sought control over the congregation.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this can apply when someone allows coworkers or friends to manipulate them, take advantage of their kindness, or treat them poorly without standing up for themselves. It’s important to recognize these behaviors and set boundaries.
Topics
church leadershipintegrityself-respectabuse of powerspiritual warfarecommunity standards
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when Paul says 'if a man bring you into bondage'?
Paul is warning against allowing others to control or manipulate us, like being forced into doing something we don't want to do.
How can this verse be applied in modern workplace scenarios?
It encourages setting clear boundaries with coworkers and refusing to let others exploit our efforts or take credit for our work.
Is Paul only talking about physical violence when he says 'if a man smite you on the face'?
While it can refer to physical violence, in this context, it also means metaphorical attacks like insults and public humiliation by others.
What does it mean to allow someone to exalt themselves over us?
It means letting others think they are better than you or have the right to control your decisions, which can undermine one's self-respect and decision-making abilities.