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1 Timothy 5:13

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Scripture focus

And withal they learn [to be] idle, wandering about from house to house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busybodies, speaking things which they ought not.

1 Timothy 5:13 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Timothy 5:13

Theological / Devotional

And withal. Or, “at the same time also.” The young widows here referred to no longer have the restraining influence of home duties, and the time lies heavily on their hands. If the church were to accept these young widows into the permanent society of widows (v. 9), it would thus be encouraging idleness and frivolous living. The young widows might not feel the wholesome necessity of supporting themselves to the best of their ability if they expected regular church assistance. Furthermore, the general behavior of the young widows here described would be a discredit to the church.

Tattlers. Or, “gossipers.”

Busybodies. Or, “meddlers.” They are not dependable, resourceful Christians.

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