diff --git a/1co/04/10.md b/1co/04/10.md
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--- a/1co/04/10.md
+++ b/1co/04/10.md
@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ Paul uses irony to shame the Corinthians so they will think about what he is say
 
 # You are held in honor
 
-"People treat you Corinthians as though you are important people"
+"People treat you Corinthians as though you were important people"
 
 # we are held in dishonor