1 Timothy 5:17 asv — Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching…

American Standard Version

"Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching. "

— 1 Timothy 5:17, American Standard Version

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1 Timothy 5 — Context

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I desire therefore that the younger widows marry, bear children, rule the household, give no occasion to the adversary for reviling:

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for already some are turned aside after Satan.

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If any woman that believeth hath widows, let her relieve them, and let not the church be burdened; that it may relieve them that are widows indeed.

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Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching.

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For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox when he treadeth out the corn. And, The laborer is worthy of his hire.

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Against an elder receive not an accusation, except at the mouth of two or three witnesses.

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Them that sin reprove in the sight of all, that the rest also may be in fear.

1 Timothy 5:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 5:17 say?
1 Timothy 5:17 in the American Standard Version reads: “Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching. ”
Where is 1 Timothy 5:17 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 5:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 5, verse 17.
Who wrote 1 Timothy?
1 Timothy is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–66.
What is the book of 1 Timothy about?
The first of the "Pastoral Epistles" — Paul's how-to for the young pastor Timothy at Ephesus. He addresses false teachers, qualifications for elders and deacons, the role of men and women in worship, the use of money, and the steady call of gospel ministry.
What are the major themes of 1 Timothy?
1 Timothy explores themes including Sound Doctrine, Pastoral Care, Church Order, Godliness, Contentment. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Timothy 5:17.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 5:17 in?
1 Timothy 5:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Timothy 5:17?
1 Timothy 5:17 reads (ASV): “Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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