1 Timothy 5:21 cpdv — I testify before God and Christ Jesus and the elect Angels, that you should observe these things without prejudgment, d…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"I testify before God and Christ Jesus and the elect Angels, that you should observe these things without prejudgment, doing nothing which shows favoritism to either side. "

— 1 Timothy 5:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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1 Timothy 5 — Context

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For Scripture says: “You shall not muzzle an ox as it is treading out the grain,” and, “The worker is worthy of his pay.”

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Do not be willing to accept an accusation against a priest, except under two or three witnesses.

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Reprove sinners in the sight of everyone, so that the others may have fear.

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I testify before God and Christ Jesus and the elect Angels, that you should observe these things without prejudgment, doing nothing which shows favoritism to either side.

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You should not be quick to impose hands on anyone, nor should you take part in the sins of outsiders. Keep yourself chaste.

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Do not continue to drink only water, but make use of a little wine, for the sake of your stomach and your frequent infirmities.

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The sins of some men have been made manifest, preceding them to judgment, but those of others are manifested later.

1 Timothy 5:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 5:21 say?
1 Timothy 5:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “I testify before God and Christ Jesus and the elect Angels, that you should observe these things without prejudgment, doing nothing which shows favoritism to either side. ”
Where is 1 Timothy 5:21 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 5:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 5, verse 21.
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 5:21.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 5:21 in?
1 Timothy 5:21 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 5:21?
1 Timothy 5:21 reads (CPDV): “I testify before God and Christ Jesus and the elect Angels, that you should observe these things without prejudgment, doing nothing which shows favoritism to either side. ” 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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