Titus 3:9 net — But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they are useless and empty.

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"But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they are useless and empty."

— Titus 3:9, NET Bible

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Titus 3 — Context

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whom he poured out on us in full measure through Jesus Christ our Savior.

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And so, since we have been justified by his grace, we become heirs with the confident expectation of eternal life.”

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Summary of the Letter This saying is trustworthy, and I want you to insist on such truths, so that those who have placed their faith in God may be intent on engaging in good works. These things are good and beneficial for all people.

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But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they are useless and empty.

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Reject a divisive person after one or two warnings.

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You know that such a person is twisted by sin and is conscious of it himself.

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Final Instructions and Greeting When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there.

Titus 3:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Titus 3:9 say?
Titus 3:9 in the NET Bible reads: “But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they 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 (NET): “But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they 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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