1 Corinthians 5:10

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

此话不是指这世上一概行淫乱的，或贪婪的，勒索的，或拜偶像的；若是这样，你们除非离开世界方可。

这是什么意思？

This verse from Paul's letter to the Corinthians says that Christians should not associate with those who practice extreme immorality within their own community, but they don't have to avoid all contact with immoral people outside of the church because that would mean leaving society altogether.

儿童解释

Imagine you're in a big playground and some kids are doing really bad things. The verse is saying you shouldn't hang out with those kids if they're part of your group, but don't stay home from school just to avoid them outside!

历史背景

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter around 53-54 AD to the church in Corinth, a city known for its wealth and immorality. He was addressing issues within the community like sexual immorality.

今日应用

In modern times, this could apply to situations where you work with someone who behaves unethically outside of work but is not part of your faith group. You can still maintain professional boundaries without completely isolating yourself from society.

主题

• morality
• church discipline
• community standards
• social interaction
• faithful living
• ethics

相关经文

• 1 Corinthians 6:9-10
• Ephesians 5:11
• Romans 13:14
• Galatians 5:16
• 1 John 2:15

常见问题

What is the context behind this verse?

Paul wrote it to address serious moral issues within the Corinthian church, emphasizing that Christians should maintain high moral standards while not isolating themselves from society.

How does this apply to friendships outside of faith communities?

It suggests being careful with friends who promote immoral behavior but staying engaged in wider society to witness and influence for good.

Is it possible to interpret 'fornicators' broadly?

Yes, many read this more broadly as including all forms of sexual immorality within the church community.

What does Paul mean by not going out of the world?

Paul means that Christians cannot withdraw from society entirely because it's impossible to avoid all immoral people; instead, they should set an example in their communities.