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Adapting to Win
Commentators explain that when Paul "became as a Jew," he strategically adapted to their culture and customs. Citing examples like the circumcision of Timothy (Acts 16:3) and purification rites (Acts 21:26), scholars show Paul willingly observed Jewish practices, not to earn salvation, but to remove unnecessary obstacles and gain a hearing for the gospel.
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1 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Corinthians 9:20
18th Century
Theologian
And unto the Jews. In this verse, and the two following, Paul states more fully the conduct which he had displayed, and to which he refers…
AT Robertson
On 1 Corinthians 9:20
As a Jew (ως Ιουδαιος). He was a Jew and was not ashamed of it (Acts 18:18; Acts 21:26).
No…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Corinthians 9:20
19th Century
Bishop
And unto the Jews I became as a Jew.—This and the following verses are a categorical explanation of the previous statemen…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Corinthians 9:20
In discussing his self-sacrificing concern in vv.20–23, Paul mentions three groups—the Jews, the Gentiles, and those whose consciences are weak. Fo…
John Gill
On 1 Corinthians 9:20
17th Century
Pastor
And to the Jews I became as a Jew
That is, in religion; or with respect to some religious observances peculiar to th…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Corinthians 9:15–23
17th Century
Minister
It is the glory of a minister to deny himself, so that he may serve Christ and save souls. But when a minister gives up his right for the sake of t…