The saying “Fools rush in where angels fear to tread” was first used by Alexander Pope in his An Essay on Criticism, 1709. I thought of that saying as I contemplated this next Gem, working my way through 1 Cor 11 and 12; two chapters …
Because Of The Angels Gems
Investigating a difficult verse to understand in 1 Corinthians 11:10 and arriving at a sound interpretation of it in the light of all the relevant background. I approach this tricky verse in true Deeper Bible fashion by asking first what do the experts say about this enigmatic verse before pulling it together with the help of a friend.
Be prepared for long winded explanations before we arrive at a good workable conclusion.
Bible Gem 414 – What do others say “because of the angels” means? (1 Cor 11:10)
This is why a woman should have authority over her own head: because of the angels. 1 Corinthians 11:10 The reason most translations don’t offer an interpretive comment on what “because of the angels” means is because a good translation will not add interpretive comment …
Bible Gem 415 – A final word on “angels” (1 Cor 11:10)
This is why a woman should have authority over her own head: because of the angels. 1 Corinthians 11:10 Many of you send me all sorts of things in response to the Gems I write. This one is thanks to Peter Ackland. Thanks Peter. I …
Bible Gem 416 – Another perspective on “because of the Angels” (1 Cor 11:10)
This is why a woman should have authority over her own head: because of the angels. 1 Corinthians 11:10 When Peter sent me the link to Bruce Winter’s book Roman Wives, Roman Widows (see Gem 415) I decided I would get a copy of the …