1 Timothy 1:5

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and [of] a good conscience, and [of] faith unfeigned:

Complete Jewish Bible:

The purpose of this order is to promote love from a clean heart, from a good conscience and from sincere trust.

Berean Standard Bible:

The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.

American Standard Version:

But the end of the charge is love out of a pure heart and a good conscience and faith unfeigned:

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Now^{G1161} the end^{G5056} of the commandment^{G3852} is^{G2076} charity^{G26} out of^{G1537} a pure^{G2513} heart^{G2588}, and^{G2532} of a good^{G18} conscience^{G4893}, and^{G2532} of faith^{G4102} unfeigned^{G505}:

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Commentary for 1 Timothy 1:5

1 Timothy 1:5 is part of the opening chapter of the First Epistle to Timothy, traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul. This letter is one of the pastoral epistles, which are named for their guidance on pastoral leadership and church organization. The verse itself encapsulates the essence of Christian conduct and the goals of divine instruction.

The text emphasizes that the ultimate aim ("the end") of God's commandments is not merely adherence to a set of rules but the cultivation of love ("charity") that emanates from a sincere and "pure heart." This love is not superficial or self-serving but is rooted in genuine concern for others. Additionally, it is associated with a "good conscience," indicating that one's actions should align with moral integrity and truth, free from hypocrisy or guilt. Lastly, the verse speaks of "faith unfeigned," or genuine faith, which is not pretended or for show but is a true and deep-seated trust in God and His promises.

In the historical context, Paul is writing to Timothy, who is overseeing the church in Ephesus. The city was known for various religious and philosophical teachings that often led to disputes and false doctrines. Paul's instruction to Timothy serves as a guide to navigate these challenges by focusing on the core Christian virtues of love, moral integrity, and sincere faith. These themes are foundational to Christian ethics and are as relevant to believers' conduct today as they were in the first century. The verse underscores the belief that right actions are not enough; they must stem from right motives and a right relationship with God.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. Strong's Number: G5056
   There are 41 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: τέλος
   Transliteration: télos
   Pronunciation: tel'-os
   Description: from a primary (to set out for a definite point or goal); properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), result (immediate, ultimate or prophetic), purpose); specially, an impost or levy (as paid):--+ continual, custom, end(-ing), finally, uttermost. Compare φόρος.
   
3. Strong's Number: G3852
   There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: παραγγελία
   Transliteration: parangelía
   Pronunciation: par-ang-gel-ee'-ah
   Description: from παραγγέλλω; a mandate:--charge, command.
   
4. Strong's Number: G2076
   There are 812 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐστί
   Transliteration: estí
   Pronunciation: es-tee'
   Description: third person singular present indicative of εἰμί; he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are:--are, be(-long), call, X can(-not), come, consisteth, X dure for a while, + follow, X have, (that) is (to say), make, meaneth, X must needs, + profit, + remaineth, + wrestle.
   
5. Strong's Number: G26
   There are 727 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀγάπη
   Transliteration: agápē
   Pronunciation: ag-ah'-pay
   Description: from ἀγαπάω; love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast:--(feast of) charity(-ably), dear, love.
   
6. Strong's Number: G1537
   There are 761 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐκ
   Transliteration: ek
   Pronunciation: ex
   Description: a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; literal or figurative; direct or remote):--after, among, X are, at, betwixt(-yond), by (the means of), exceedingly, (+ abundantly above), for(- th), from (among, forth, up), + grudgingly, + heartily, X heavenly, X hereby, + very highly, in, …ly, (because, by reason) of, off (from), on, out among (from, of), over, since, X thenceforth, through, X unto, X vehemently, with(-out). Often used in composition, with the same general import; often of completion.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2513
   There are 24 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καθαρός
   Transliteration: katharós
   Pronunciation: kath-ar-os'
   Description: of uncertain affinity; clean (literally or figuratively):--clean, clear, pure.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2588
   There are 152 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καρδία
   Transliteration: kardía
   Pronunciation: kar-dee'-ah
   Description: prolonged from a primary (Latin cor, "heart"); the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle:--(+ broken-)heart(-ed).
   
9. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
10. Strong's Number: G18
    There are 929 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἀγαθός
    Transliteration: agathós
    Pronunciation: ag-ath-os'
    Description: a primary word; "good" (in any sense, often as noun):--benefit, good(-s, things), well. Compare καλός.
    
11. Strong's Number: G4893
    There are 30 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: συνείδησις
    Transliteration: syneídēsis
    Pronunciation: soon-i'-day-sis
    Description: from a prolonged form of συνείδω; co-perception, i.e. moral consciousness:--conscience.
    
12. Strong's Number: G4102
    There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πίστις
    Transliteration: pístis
    Pronunciation: pis'-tis
    Description: from πείθω; persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salvation; abstractly, constancy in such profession; by extension, the system of religious (Gospel) truth itself:--assurance, belief, believe, faith, fidelity.
    
13. Strong's Number: G505
    There are 127 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἀνυπόκριτος
    Transliteration: anypókritos
    Pronunciation: an-oo-pok'-ree-tos
    Description: from Α (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of ὑποκρίνομαι; undissembled, i.e. sincere:--without dissimulation (hypocrisy), unfeigned.