Verse Comparison: 1 Corinthians 7:21
American Standard Version
Wast thou called being a bondservant? Care not for it: nay, even if thou canst become free, use `it' rather.
Amplified® Bible
Were you a slave when you were called? Do not let that trouble you. But if you are able to gain your freedom, avail yourself of the opportunity.
Contemporary English Version
Are you a slave? Don't let that bother you. But if you can win your freedom, you should.
Darby English Version
Hast thou been called [being] a bondman, let it not concern thee; but and if thou canst become free, use [it] rather.
Good News Bible
Were you a slave when God called you? Well, never mind; but if you have a chance to become free, use it.
International Standard Version
Were you a slave when you were called? Do not let that bother you. Of course, if you have a chance to become free, take advantage of the opportunity.
King James Version
Art thou called being a servant? care not for it: but if thou mayest be made free, use it rather.
New American Standard Bible
Were you called while a slave? Do not worry about it; but if you are able also to become free, rather do that.
New International Version
Were you a slave when you were called? Don't let it trouble you—although if you can gain your freedom, do so.
New King James Version
Were you called while a slave? Do not be concerned about it; but if you can be made free, rather use it.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
Did you receive your calling while a slave? Do not worry about it; but if you can become free, rather do that.
Young's Literal Translation
a servant -- wast thou called? be not anxious; but if also thou art able to become free -- use `it' rather;