1 Timothy 5:19-22
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
19 Never accept any accusation against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses. 20 As for those who persist in sin, rebuke them in the presence of all, so that the rest also may stand in fear.(A) 21 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of the elect angels, I warn you to keep these instructions without prejudice, doing nothing on the basis of partiality.(B) 22 Do not ordain[a] anyone hastily, and do not participate in the sins of others; keep yourself pure.(C)
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- 5.22 Gk Do not lay hands on
1 Timothy 5:19-22
New American Standard Bible
19 Do not accept an accusation against an (A)elder except on the basis of (B)two or three witnesses. 20 Those who continue in sin, (C)rebuke in the presence of all, (D)so that the rest also will be fearful of sinning. 21 (E)I solemnly exhort you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of His chosen angels, to maintain these principles without bias, doing nothing in a spirit of partiality. 22 (F)Do not lay hands upon anyone too quickly and [a]thereby share (G)responsibility for the sins of others; keep yourself [b]free from sin.
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- 1 Timothy 5:22 Lit do not share
- 1 Timothy 5:22 Lit pure
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