1st Timothy Chapter 2 World English Bible

1st Timothy 2:1

I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks, be made for all men:

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for kings and all who are in high places; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence.

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For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior;

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who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth.

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For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,

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who gave himself as a ransom for all; the testimony in its own times;

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to which I was appointed a preacher and an apostle (I am telling the truth in Christ, not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

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I desire therefore that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without wrath and doubting.

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In the same way, that women also adorn themselves in decent clothing, with modesty and propriety; not just with braided hair, gold, pearls, or expensive clothing;

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but (which becomes women professing godliness) with good works.

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Let a woman learn in quietness with all subjection.

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But I don't permit a woman to teach, nor to exercise authority over a man, but to be in quietness.

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For Adam was first formed, then Eve.

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Adam wasn't deceived, but the woman, being deceived, has fallen into disobedience;

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but she will be saved through her child-bearing, if they continue in faith, love, and sanctification with sobriety.