1 Corinthians 7:40

Authorized King James Version

But she is happier if she so abide, after my judgment: and I think also that I have the Spirit of God.

Word-by-Word Analysis

μακαριωτέρα

G3107

happier

supremely blest; by extension, fortunate, well off

δὲ

G1161

But

but, and, etc

ἐστιν

G2076

she is

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

ἐὰν

G1437

a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty

οὕτως

G3779

in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)

μείνῃ

G3306

abide

to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)

κατὰ

G2596

after

(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

τὴν

G3588

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

ἐμὴν

G1699

#10

γνώμην·

G1106

judgment

cognition, i.e., (subjectively) opinion, or (objectively) resolve (counsel, consent, etc.)

#11

δοκῶ

G1380

I think

compare the base of g1166) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly)

#12

δὲ

G1161

But

but, and, etc

#13

κἀγὼ

G2504

also

so also the dative case ????? <pronunciation strongs="kam-oy'"/>, and accusative case ???? <pronunciation strongs="kam-eh'"/> and (or also, even, etc.

#14

πνεῦμα

G4151

the Spirit

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

#15

θεοῦ

G2316

of God

a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)

#16

ἔχειν

G2192

that I have

to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 1 Corinthians. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within pastoral letter addressing practical Christian living issues to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

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?
How does this verse's literary context within 1 Corinthians chapter 7 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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