1 Timothy 5:8

Translations

Modern

If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Traditional

But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.

Literal

But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Latin

Si quis autem suorum, et maxime domesticorum, curam non habet, fidem negavit, et est infideli deterior.

Original

Greek

English

If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Notes

1 Timothy 5:8

The faith of the Christians was and is more than just belief. It is a complete way of living (see James 2:14–26).

1 Timothy 5:3–16

A widow without wealth or family was alone in a world that did not support her. The Christian community was expected to care for such widows among its members (see Deuteronomy 10:17–19; Isaiah 1:17; compare Acts 6:1–6; James 1:27). Some suggest this passage implies a religious order of widows in the first-century AD church at Ephesus. However, there is no obvious evidence of such an order, only of a ministry to help community members without financial means.

1 Timothy 5:1–6:2

Proper behavior in God's spiritual household involves everyone, including:

the old and young (5:1–2),
widows (5:3–16),
old people (5:17–25), and
slaves (6:1–2a).

Showing respect within the household goes beyond social boundaries.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Concern for the Poor Social Justice The Household

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