But if we discerned ourselves (ε δε εαυτους διεκρινομεν). This condition of the second class, determined as unfulfilled, assumes t…

For if we would judge ourselves. If we would examine ourselves (1 Corinthians 11:28), if we would exercise a strict scrutiny o…

For.—This joins 1 Corinthians 11:31 to 1 Corinthians 11:30 (see those verses). The change to the first per…

For this cause many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep. For if we would judge ourselves, we should not be judged. But when we are ju…

The purpose of self-examination is to come to the table prepared in heart. Paul’s teaching justifies the wholesome practice of some churches in hav…

For if we would judge ourselves. Here we have another remarkable statement: that God does not suddenly become enraged with us, to inflict …

For if we would judge ourselves
Examine, try, and prove ourselves as above directed, before we eat and drink; or con…

The apostle describes the sacred ordinance, which he knew by revelation from Christ. Regarding the visible signs, these are the bread and wine. Wha…

After showing the dignity of this sacrament, the Apostle now urges the faithful to receive it reverently. First, he outlines the peril threatening …