1 Timothy 5:19 web — Don't receive an accusation against an elder, except at the word of two or three witnesses.

World English Bible

"Don't receive an accusation against an elder, except at the word of two or three witnesses."

— 1 Timothy 5:19, World English Bible

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1 Timothy 5 — Context

16

If any man or woman who believes has widows, let them relieve them, and don't let the assembly be burdened; that it might relieve those who are widows indeed.

17

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

18

For the Scripture says, "You shall not muzzle the ox when it treads out the grain." And, "The laborer is worthy of his wages."

19

Don't receive an accusation against an elder, except at the word of two or three witnesses.

20

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

21

I command you in the sight of God, and Christ Jesus, and the chosen angels, that you observe these things without prejudice, doing nothing by partiality.

22

Lay hands hastily on no one, neither be a participant in other men's sins. Keep yourself pure.

1 Timothy 5:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 5:19 say?
1 Timothy 5:19 in the World English Bible reads: “Don't receive an accusation against an elder, except at the word of two or three witnesses.”
Where is 1 Timothy 5:19 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 5:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 5, verse 19.
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 5:19.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 5:19 in?
1 Timothy 5:19 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 5:19?
1 Timothy 5:19 reads (WEB): “Don't receive an accusation against an elder, except at the word of two or three witnesses.” 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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