Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: ye cannot be partakers of the Lord’s table, and of the table of devils.
You can't drink from God's cup and then turn around and drink from the devil's cup too. You can't sit at God's table and also pull up a chair at the devil's table.
Pick a side, you can't have it both ways with God.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, the church in Corinth was surrounded by a culture of pagan temples and feasts where people worshiped idols, and some believers were tempted to participate in these events, which involved food offered to false gods. The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to warn the Corinthians that such actions were spiritually dangerous and incompatible with their new life in Christ, using the imagery of the Lord's Supper to highlight the exclusive nature of true worship. This passage fits into Paul's broader discussion in 1 Corinthians about living out faith in a morally complex society.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.