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29 Now the conscience I mean is not the one of oneself, but the one of the other. For why[a] is my freedom being judged[b] by another’s conscience? 30 If I am partaking with thanks, why am I being blasphemed for that which I am giving-thanks?

In Summary, Do All For God’s Glory. Be Blameless To All And Seek Their Benefit

31 Therefore, whether you are eating or drinking or doing anything, be doing all for the glory of God.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Corinthians 10:29 That is, (correcting the strong one) why should I allow my freely chosen behavior to come under condemnation? I should instead choose not to eat. Or, (supporting the strong one) why should I allow another person’s conscience to judge my actions? They have no right to do so. My sacrifice of my right to eat is voluntary and for the sake of their conscience not mine, and not because I agree with their view.
  2. 1 Corinthians 10:29 Or, condemned.

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