1 Corinthians 7:40 meaning and explanation

In my judgment, however, she is happier if she remains as she is. And I think that I too have the Spirit of God.

1 Corinthians 7:40, Berean Standard Bible

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Paul is answering questions the Corinthian church sent him about marriage and singleness, and in verse 40 he returns to widows. Having just said a widow is free to remarry a believer, he adds his own judgment that she is happier remaining unmarried.

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