1 They who are slaves under the yoke Owing to the false opinion of his own excellence which every person entertains, there is no one who patiently endures that others should rule over him. They who cannot avoid the necessity do, indeed, reluctantly obey those who are above them; but…
KJVLet as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed.
Parallel translations
4 additional translations▾
Parallel translations
4 additional translationsLet as many as are servants under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honor, that the name of God and the doctrine be not blasphemed.
All who are under the yoke of slavery should regard their masters as fully worthy of honor, so that God’s name and our teaching will not be discredited.
As many as are servants under a yoke, their own masters worthy of all honour let them reckon, that the name of God and the teaching may not be evil spoken of;
Let as many bondmen as are under yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name ofGod and the teaching be not blasphemed.
About this book
New Testament▾
About this book
New Testament1 Timothy — Apostolic writings (New Testament).