16 If any[a] believing woman has widows in her family, let her help them. Let the church not be burdened, so that it can help widows in genuine need.

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  1. 5:16 Other mss add believing man or

16 If any believing woman[a] has relatives who are widows, let her assist them; let the church not be burdened, so that it can assist those who are real widows.

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  1. 5.16 Other ancient authorities read believing man or woman or believing man