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1 Timothy 2:2
New International Version
1 Timothy 2:2
New International Version
2 for kings and all those in authority,(A) that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness(B) and holiness.
1 Timothy 2:2
The Voice
1 Timothy 2:2
The Voice
2 Teach them to pray for kings (or anyone in high places for that matter) so that we can lead quiet, peaceful lives—reverent, godly, and holy—
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1 Timothy 2:2
Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
1 Timothy 2:2
Amplified Bible, Classic Edition
2 For kings and all who are in positions of authority or high responsibility, that [outwardly] we may pass a quiet and undisturbed life [and inwardly] a peaceable one in all godliness and reverence and seriousness in every way.
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1 Timothy 2:2-3
The Message
1 Timothy 2:2-3
The Message
Simple Faith and Plain Truth
2 1-3 The first thing I want you to do is pray. Pray every way you know how, for everyone you know. Pray especially for rulers and their governments to rule well so we can be quietly about our business of living simply, in humble contemplation. This is the way our Savior God wants us to live.
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