Romans 15:1. Now we that are strong. ‘Then' is incorrect, though the connection is logically with what precedes.

Ought to bear, as a burden is borne.

The infirmities of the weak; all such weaknesses of faith, but particularly those referred to in the previous discussion. This bearing is often simply forbearing, but frequently involves forgiving, and self-denying. ‘Thus they, in themselves strong and free, become the servants of the weak, as Paul was servant of all; 1 Corinthians 9:19; 1 Corinthians 9:22 ' (Meyer). He is indeed strong who can thus bear.

And not to please ourselves. Such moral selfishness is involved in disregarding the weaknesses of the brethren who have false scruples.

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