1 Timothy 5:8 asv — But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an u…

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"But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever. "

— 1 Timothy 5:8, American Standard Version

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1 Timothy 5 — Context

5

Now she that is a widow indeed, and desolate, hath her hope set on God, and continueth in supplications and prayers night and day.

6

But she that giveth herself to pleasure is dead while she liveth.

7

These things also command, that they may be without reproach.

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But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever.

9

Let none be enrolled as a widow under threescore years old, having been the wife of one man,

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well reported of for good works; if she hath brought up children, if she hath used hospitality to strangers, if she hath washed the saints’ feet, if she hath relieved the afflicted, if she hath diligently followed every good work.

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But younger widows refuse: for when they have waxed wanton against Christ, they desire to marry;

1 Timothy 5:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 5:8 say?
1 Timothy 5:8 in the American Standard Version reads: “But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever. ”
Where is 1 Timothy 5:8 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 5:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 5, verse 8.
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 5:8.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 5:8 in?
1 Timothy 5:8 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 5:8?
1 Timothy 5:8 reads (ASV): “But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever. ” 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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