1 Timothy 4:7

New Testament · SCRIPTURE

1 Timothy 4:7

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BSB

Berean Standard Bible

But reject irreverent, silly myths. Instead, train yourself for godliness.

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KJV

King James Version

But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise thyself [rather] unto godliness.

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WEB

World English Bible

But refuse profane and old wives’ fables. Exercise yourself toward godliness.

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ASV

American Standard Version

but refuse profane and old wives’ fables. And exercise thyself unto godliness:

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BLB

Berean Literal Bible

But reject profane and silly myths. Rather, train yourself unto godliness.

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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB

1 Timothy 4

⁵ because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.

⁶ By pointing out these things to the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of faith and sound instruction that you have followed.

⁷ But reject irreverent, silly myths. Instead, train yourself for godliness.

⁸ For physical exercise is of limited value, but godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for the present life and for the one to come.

⁹ This is a trustworthy saying, worthy of full acceptance.

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