Verse 32 Fought with beasts. In ancient times, men were often required to fight with ferocious beasts, in a large theatre, partly, as a punishment for crimes, and partly for the amusement of the populace. The form of expression does not render it certain that Paul had literally been put to this trial. The word beasts may refer to violent human enemies.--Let us eat and drink; that is, if there be no future state, we may as well enjoy life as it passes.