1 Timothy 6:5 asv — wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain.

American Standard Version

"wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain. "

— 1 Timothy 6:5, American Standard Version

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1 Timothy 6 — Context

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And they that have believing masters, let them not despise them, because they are brethren; but let them serve them the rather, because they that partake of the benefit are believing and beloved. These things teach and exhort.

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If any man teacheth a different doctrine, and consenteth not to sound words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness;

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he is puffed up, knowing nothing, but doting about questionings and disputes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,

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wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain.

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But godliness with contentment is great gain:

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for we brought nothing into the world, for neither can we carry anything out;

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but having food and covering we shall be therewith content.

1 Timothy 6:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 6:5 say?
1 Timothy 6:5 in the American Standard Version reads: “wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain. ”
Where is 1 Timothy 6:5 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 6:5 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 6, verse 5.
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 6:5.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 6:5 in?
1 Timothy 6:5 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 6:5?
1 Timothy 6:5 reads (ASV): “wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain. ” 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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