1 Corinthians 7:9 - American Standard Version (1901)

But if they have not continency, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

But if they have not self-control (restraint of their passions), they should marry. For it is better to marry than to be aflame [with passion and tortured continually with ungratified desire].

Common English Bible

But if they can’t control themselves, they should get married, because it’s better to marry than to burn with passion.

Catholic Public Domain Version

But if they cannot restrain themselves, they should marry. For it is better to marry, than to be burned.