Why did Paul use the word "Unequally"?

[Rachel777]

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[Tobby17]

This is the famous scripture 2 Corinthians 6:14 from the original Greek manuscripts translated by Westcott and Hort:

μη γινεσθε ετεροζυγουντες απιστοις τις γαρ μετοχη δικαιοσυνη και ανομια η τις κοινωνια φωτι προς σκοτος
2 Corinthians 6:14 (greek text)



Definition of the bolded word (heterozugeo or eterozugountes) from BlueLetterBible.com:

ετεροζυγουντες verb - present active participle - nominative plural masculine
heterozugeo het-er-od-zoog-eh'-o: to yoke up differently, i.e. (figuratively) to associate discordantly -- unequally yoke together with.



The english translation from the KJV:

Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
2 Corinthians 6:14 (King James)


SO, THE BIG QUESTION IS:

Why didn't Paul just say, "Do not be yoked with unbelievers"?

ANSWER:

Because thats not what he meant.

Zero, forget about the unequally yoked. What did Paul mean when he said what does Darkness have to do with Light? .. I'm sure that rounds it all up!!

 

[Jullianna]

I think part of the confusion here is that people are talking about two separate life situations/decisions and trying to meld them into one:

1. Paul's warning against BECOMING unequally yoked or yoked (whichever version you use) with unbelievers in 2 Corinthians 6 (which is actually about more than just dating/marriage if you read the whole chapter); and
2. His wise counsel regarding what you should do and not do if you become a believer AFTER you have already married an unbeliever in 1 Corinthians 7 (which is about people who are already married, not singles).

 

[jandian]

is it possible that the word unequally was just used as a adjective to describe what being yoked to someone opposite in nature means?.....

 

[Vinifera]

Hi everyone,

I'd like to share with you The Validity of Marriage in my country, Indonesia.

"Indonesia’s 1974 Marriage Law stipulates that marriage can be legally recognized if it is performed according to the religion of the two parties. In Indonesia religion is the main issue in marriage. Marriages between different religions is not allowed in Indonesia. Both spouses must have the same religion in order to get married legally.

Once you have made the decision to get married in Indonesia, you must choose the type of religious ceremony that you intend to have. For Non-Moslems, you must hold a church (or temple) ceremony first, and then record the marriage with the Civil Registry Office. The couple will experience two types of ceremonies. The religious ceremony will be performed first, followed by a civil ceremony. The Civil Registry will in turn issue a Marriage Certificate, which is evidence that you are legally married. A Non-Moslem wedding which is not recorded with the Civil Registry is not considered legal. There will be two certificates presented at the end of ceremony, one from the church/temple, and one from the Civil Registry Office.

If you have decided to get married in a Moslem ceremony, you must register your marriage at the local Office of Religious Affairs (Kantor Urusan Agama/KUA). Persons wedded in a Moslem ceremony are issued a Marriage Book and need not record their marriage with Civil Registry Office."


The question (especially for Indonesians) is whether a Christian should despise his/her Savior in order to be legally married? Sadly some Indonesians have commited this practice.

I believe that a couple should be in the same boat in order to reach the same destination.

 

[Vinifera]

I'd like to add unity and God's blessing. They are essential in order to have a strong and blessed marriage, aren't they?

 

[zeroturbulence]

I think part of the confusion here is that people are talking about two separate life situations/decisions and trying to meld them into one:

1. Paul's warning against BECOMING unequally yoked or yoked (whichever version you use) with unbelievers in 2 Corinthians 6 (which is actually about more than just dating/marriage if you read the whole chapter); and
2. His wise counsel regarding what you should do and not do if you become a believer AFTER you have already married an unbeliever in 1 Corinthians 7 (which is about people who are already married, not singles).

Ohh u had to spoil my fun didn't you!

 

[zeroturbulence]

is it possible that the word unequally was just used as a adjective to describe what being yoked to someone opposite in nature means?.....

It probably means unequal as in "being of two different varieties" (christian and non-christian)

There, I said it.

 

[zeroturbulence]

Hi everyone,

I'd like to share with you The Validity of Marriage in my country, Indonesia.

"Indonesia’s 1974 Marriage Law stipulates that marriage can be legally recognized if it is performed according to the religion of the two parties. In Indonesia religion is the main issue in marriage. Marriages between different religions is not allowed in Indonesia. Both spouses must have the same religion in order to get married legally.

Once you have made the decision to get married in Indonesia, you must choose the type of religious ceremony that you intend to have. For Non-Moslems, you must hold a church (or temple) ceremony first, and then record the marriage with the Civil Registry Office. The couple will experience two types of ceremonies. The religious ceremony will be performed first, followed by a civil ceremony. The Civil Registry will in turn issue a Marriage Certificate, which is evidence that you are legally married. A Non-Moslem wedding which is not recorded with the Civil Registry is not considered legal. There will be two certificates presented at the end of ceremony, one from the church/temple, and one from the Civil Registry Office.

If you have decided to get married in a Moslem ceremony, you must register your marriage at the local Office of Religious Affairs (Kantor Urusan Agama/KUA). Persons wedded in a Moslem ceremony are issued a Marriage Book and need not record their marriage with Civil Registry Office."


The question (especially for Indonesians) is whether a Christian should despise his/her Savior in order to be legally married? Sadly some Indonesians have commited this practice.

I believe that a couple should be in the same boat in order to reach the same destination.

So you get to be married twice. Thats cool! But probably expensive.

 

[Vinifera]

Dear ZT,

It seems that the cost of a wedding ceremony or reception is a big issue for you. A beautiful wedding doesn't have to be expensive, does it?

 

[Vinifera]

So you get to be married twice. Thats cool! But probably expensive.

Right after a couple has been blessed in church, they sign the legal paper at the same place. I think the cost is not too expensive here (I don't know exactly how much since I've never been married). Almost everybody, even those from low income family, can afford it

 

[zeroturbulence]

The typical wedding and reception here runs in the thousands. Very expensive. A lot of people spend the same amount as the price of a new car.

 

[Vinifera]

The typical wedding and reception here runs in the thousands. Very expensive. A lot of people spend the same amount as the price of a new car.

I see, ZT.

The cost of typical wedding and reception spent by the people with middle class income here also runs in the thousands (US $). However, since about 2 decades ago, the guests have started giving the newly wed couples 'cash' for their presents. Their parents, uncles and aunts usually give them jewellery. So, they will usually get their money that they have spent to prepare the wedding and reception back. I'd also like to share that in Indonesia most couples' weddings and receptions are supported by their parents. Yes....parents usually prepare the money for their children's weddings and receptions here. Diffferent cultures.
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[zeroturbulence]

I see, ZT.

The cost of typical wedding and reception spent by the people with middle class income here also runs in the thousands (US $). However, since about 2 decades ago, the guests have started giving the newly wed couples 'cash' for their presents. Their parents, uncles and aunts usually give them jewellery. So, they will usually get their money that they have spent to prepare the wedding and reception back. I'd also like to share that in Indonesia most couples' weddings and receptions are supported by their parents. Yes....parents usually prepare the money for their children's weddings and receptions here. Diffferent cultures.
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Actually they do all that here too.

 

[Jullianna]

Ohh u had to spoil my fun didn't you!

LOL! sorry

 

[Vinifera]

Actually they do all that here too.

ZT, I think I've understood what you're trying to tell me.

 

[zeroturbulence]

ZT, I think I've understood what you're trying to tell me.

I'm just saying that they're soooo expensive. I mean its really a huge business with wedding planners, caterers, photographers, the wedding dress, etc... I think people should put that money to better use. Weddings are now a big business here and it wasn't always that way. It really exploded after people started idolizing celebrities and that old show the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. Suddenly everyone felt like they need a wedding fit for a princess.

 

[Vinifera]

I'm just saying that they're soooo expensive. I mean its really a huge business with wedding planners, caterers, photographers, the wedding dress, etc... I think people should put that money to better use. Weddings are now a big business here and it wasn't always that way. It really exploded after people started idolizing celebrities and that old show the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. Suddenly everyone felt like they need a wedding fit for a princess.

Well..., if it's God's will for me to get married, I'd prefer a very small and simple wedding. A wedding ceremony in a chapel somewhere in a mountainous area, followed by a dinner with families from both sides and best friends is enough. I don't enjoy being the center of attention.

 

[zeroturbulence]

Well..., if it's God's will for me to get married, I'd prefer a very small and simple wedding. A wedding ceremony in a chapel somewhere in a mountainous area, followed by a dinner with families from both sides and best friends is enough. I don't enjoy being the center of attention.

Thats what I prefer too, except I would rather have it in a big cathedral.

 

[jandian]

It probably means unequal as in "being of two different varieties" (christian and non-christian)

There, I said it.

Awwwwwe. LOL. Well you earned another humble stripe...lol

God's advice is always good. God bless