1 Timothy 5:20 kjva — Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear."

— 1 Timothy 5:20, King James Version with Apocrypha

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1 Timothy 5 — Context

17

Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.

18

For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward.

19

Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.

20

Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear.

21

I charge thee before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, and the elect angels, that thou observe these things without preferring one before another, doing nothing by partiality.

22

Lay hands suddenly on no man, neither be partaker of other men’s sins: keep thyself pure.

23

Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach’s sake and thine often infirmities.

1 Timothy 5:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 1 Timothy 5:20 say?
1 Timothy 5:20 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear.”
Where is 1 Timothy 5:20 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 5:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 5, verse 20.
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 5:20.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 5:20 in?
1 Timothy 5:20 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 5:20?
1 Timothy 5:20 reads (KJVA): “Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear.” 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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