Let the husband render unto the wife due benevolence: and likewise also the wife unto the husband.
Husbands should show genuine care and affection to their wives, and wives should do the same for their husbands.
Marriage works best when both people are actively caring for each other.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, the church in Corinth was grappling with moral issues influenced by the surrounding Greco-Roman culture, which often promoted sexual immorality and imbalanced views of marriage. The Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Corinthians to provide practical guidance on Christian living, including how to handle matters of intimacy within marriage to promote holiness and mutual respect. This verse specifically addresses the need for husbands and wives to fulfill their obligations to one another, countering any cultural extremes that might undermine marital harmony.
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