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Titus 1:16-1964 bbe — They say that they have knowledge of God, while by their acts they are turning their backs on him; they are hated by al…

Bible in Basic English

"They say that they have knowledge of God, while by their acts they are turning their backs on him; they are hated by all, hard-hearted, and judged to be without value for any good work."

— Titus 1:16-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Titus 1 — Context

13

This witness is true. So say sharp words to them so that they may come to the right faith,

14

Giving no attention to the fictions of the Jews and the rules of men who have no true knowledge.

15

To the clean in heart all things are clean: but to those who are unclean and without faith nothing is clean; they become unclean in mind and in thought.

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They say that they have knowledge of God, while by their acts they are turning their backs on him; they are hated by all, hard-hearted, and judged to be without value for any good work.

Titus 1:16-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Titus 1:16-1964 say?
Titus 1:16-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “They say that they have knowledge of God, while by their acts they are turning their backs on him; they are hated by all, hard-hearted, and judged to be without value for any good work.”
Where is Titus 1:16-1964 in the Bible?
Titus 1:16-1964 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Titus, chapter 1, verses 16–1964.
Who wrote Titus?
Titus is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–66.
What is the book of Titus about?
Paul writes Titus to "set in order" the churches of Crete — appoint qualified elders, silence false teachers, and call God's people to lives that adorn the gospel. The letter has one of the New Testament's clearest summaries of the gospel of grace.
What are the major themes of Titus?
Titus explores themes including Church Order, Good Works, Grace That Trains, Sound Doctrine. These themes shape the meaning and context of Titus 1:16-1964.
What translation should I read Titus 1:16-1964 in?
Titus 1:16-1964 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 Titus 1:16-1964?
Titus 1:16-1964 reads (BBE): “They say that they have knowledge of God, while by their acts they are turning their backs on him; they are hated by all, hard-hearted, and judged to be without value for any good work.” 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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