Titus 3:9 cpdv — But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, as well as arguments against the law. For these are usel…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, as well as arguments against the law. For these are useless and empty. "

— Titus 3:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Titus 3 — Context

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whom he has poured out upon us in abundance, through Jesus Christ our Savior,

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so that, having been justified by his grace, we may become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

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This is a faithful saying. And I want you to confirm these things, so that those who believe in God may take care to excel in good works. These things are good and useful to men.

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But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, as well as arguments against the law. For these are useless and empty.

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Avoid a man who is a heretic, after the first and second correction,

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knowing that one who is like this has been subverted, and that he offends; for he has been condemned by his own judgment.

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When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, hurry to return to me at Nicopolis. For I have decided to winter there.

Titus 3:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Titus 3:9 say?
Titus 3:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, as well as arguments against the law. For these are useless and empty. ”
Where is Titus 3:9 in the Bible?
Titus 3:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Titus, chapter 3, verse 9.
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 3:9.
What translation should I read Titus 3:9 in?
Titus 3:9 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 3:9?
Titus 3:9 reads (CPDV): “But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, as well as arguments against the law. For these are useless and empty. ” 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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