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A Blueprint for Divine Order
Paul begins his argument by establishing a principle of divine order: God is the head of Christ, Christ is the head of man, and man is the head of woman. Commentators explain this isn't about inherent value but about God-given roles and relationships designed for harmony. This hierarchy of authority and submission is the foundation for Paul's specific instructions on worship that follow.
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1 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
18th Century
Theologian
But I would have you know. "I invite your attention particularly to the following considerations, to form a correct opinion on this subjec…
AT Robertson
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
But I would have you know (θελω δε υμας ειδενα). But I wish you to know, censure in contrast to the praise in verse 2.
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
19th Century
Bishop
But I would have you know.—After the general commendation in the previous verse, the reproof for neglecting, or desiring …
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Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
19th Century
Preacher
Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed:
I suppose that in their assem…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
Since Paul does not begin this section the way he did 7:1, 25 and later 12:1 (see introductory comment on 7:1–14:40), he is likely taking up the su…
John Calvin
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
16th Century
Theologian
But I would have you know. It is an old proverb: “Evil manners beget good laws.” As the rite discussed here had not been previously questi…
John Gill
On 1 Corinthians 11:3
17th Century
Pastor
But I would have you to know
Though they were mindful of him, and retained in memory many things he had declared amo…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Corinthians 11:2–16
17th Century
Minister
Here begin details concerning public assemblies, 1 Corinthians chapter 14. In the abundance of spiritual gifts bestowed on the Corinthians, some ab…