1 Corinthians 11:34

Authorized King James Version

And if any man hunger, let him eat at home; that ye come not together unto condemnation. And the rest will I set in order when I come.

Word-by-Word Analysis

εἰ

G1487

if, whether, that, etc

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

τις

G5100

some or any person or object

πεινᾷ

G3983

hunger

to famish (absolutely or comparatively); figuratively, to crave

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

οἴκῳ

G3624

home

a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)

ἐσθιέτω

G2068

let him eat

used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by g5315; to eat (usually literal)

ἵνα

G2443

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

μὴ

G3361

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

#10

εἰς

G1519

unto

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#11

κρίμα

G2917

condemnation

a decision (the function or the effect, for or against ("crime"))

#12

συνέρχησθε.

G4905

together

to convene, depart in company with, associate with, or (specially), cohabit (conjugally)

#13

Τὰ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#14

δὲ

G1161

And

but, and, etc

#15

λοιπὰ

G3062

the rest

remaining ones

#16

ὡς

G5613

when

which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)

#17

ἂν

G302

whatsoever

#18

ἔλθω

G2064

I come

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#19

διατάξομαι

G1299

will I set in order

to arrange thoroughly, i.e., (specially) institute, prescribe, etc

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Corinthians. The concept of covenant community reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to pastoral letter addressing practical Christian living issues, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 1 Corinthians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes covenant community in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of covenant community differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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