1 Corinthians 7:9 | |
NASB: But if they do not have self-control, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn [with passion]. (NASB ©1995) GWT: However, if you cannot control your desires, you should get married. It is better for you to marry than to burn [with sexual desire]. (GOD'S WORD®) KJV: But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. ASV: But if they have not continency, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. BBE: But if they have not self-control let them get married; for married life is better than the burning of desire. DBY: But if they have not control over themselves, let them marry; for it is better to marry than to burn. WEY: If, however, they cannot maintain self-control, by all means let them marry; for marriage is better than the fever of passion. WBS: But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. WEB: But if they don't have self-control, let them marry. For it's better to marry than to burn. YLT: and if they have not continence -- let them marry, for it is better to marry than to burn; | |
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