King James Version:
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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.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Besides that, they learn to be idle, going around from house to house; and not only idle, but gossips and busybodies, saying things they shouldn’t.
Berean Standard Bible:
At the same time they will also learn to be idle, going from house to house and being not only idle, but also gossips and busybodies, discussing things they should not mention.
American Standard Version:
And withal they learn also to be idle, going about from house to house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busybodies, speaking things which they ought not.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And{G1161}{G2532} withal{G260} they learn{G3129} to be idle{G692}, wandering about{G4022} from house to house{G3614}; and{G1161} not{G3756} only{G3440} idle{G692}, but{G235} tattlers{G5397} also{G2532} and{G2532} busybodies{G4021}, speaking{G2980} things which{G3588} they ought{G1163} not{G3361}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Proverbs 20:19
- ¶ He that goeth about [as] a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.
Acts 20:30
- Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.
2 Thessalonians 3:6
- ¶ Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye withdraw yourselves from every brother that walketh disorderly, and not after the tradition which he received of us.
2 Thessalonians 3:11
- For we hear that there are some which walk among you disorderly, working not at all, but are busybodies.
Proverbs 31:27
- She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Titus 1:11
- Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake.
Leviticus 19:16
- Thou shalt not go up and down [as] a talebearer among thy people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbour: I [am] the LORD.
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Commentary for 1 Timothy 5:13
1 Timothy 5:13 is a verse from the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically from the First Epistle to Timothy, traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul. This letter is instructional in nature, offering guidance to Timothy, a young church leader in Ephesus, on various aspects of pastoral care and community conduct.
In the historical context, the verse addresses a specific issue within the early Christian community. It seems that some widows, who were supposed to be supported by the church, had fallen into idleness. Instead of living a quiet and devout life, as would be expected of those in need of financial support, they were indulging in gossip and meddling in others' affairs. The verse reflects a concern that these women were not only failing to contribute positively to the community but were also causing disruption by engaging in activities that were considered inappropriate and unbecoming for Christians.
The themes of 1 Timothy 5:13 include the importance of personal responsibility, the dangers of idleness, and the negative impact of gossip and meddling within a community. Paul warns that such behavior not only harms the individuals involved but also damages the reputation and unity of the church. He emphasizes the need for Christians to be productive, to maintain good conduct, and to refrain from spreading rumors or involving themselves excessively in matters that do not concern them. This verse underscores the early church's emphasis on maintaining a respectable and orderly community life, which was essential for the church's witness and growth in a sometimes hostile or skeptical society.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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). - 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. - Strong's Number: G260
There are 63 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἅμα
Transliteration: háma
Pronunciation: ham'-ah
Description: a primary particle; properly, at the "same" time, but freely used as a preposition or adverb denoting close association:--also, and, together, with(-al). - Strong's Number: G3129
There are 24 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μανθάνω
Transliteration: manthánō
Pronunciation: man-than'-o
Description: prolongation from a primary verb, another form of which, , is used as an alternate in certain tenses; to learn (in any way):--learn, understand. - Strong's Number: G692
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀργός
Transliteration: argós
Pronunciation: ar-gos'
Description: from Α (as a negative particle) and ἔργον; inactive, i.e. unemployed; (by implication) lazy, useless:--barren, idle, slow. - Strong's Number: G4022
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: περιέρχομαι
Transliteration: periérchomai
Pronunciation: per-ee-er'-khom-ahee
Description: from περί and ἔρχομαι (including its alternate); to come all around, i.e. stroll, vacillate, veer:--fetch a compass, vagabond, wandering about. - Strong's Number: G3614
There are 85 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οἰκία
Transliteration: oikía
Pronunciation: oy-kee'-ah
Description: from οἶκος; properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics):--home, house(-hold). - Strong's Number: G3756
There are 1328 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οὐ
Transliteration: ou
Pronunciation: ookh
Description: a primary word; the absolute negative (compare μή) adverb; no or not:--+ long, nay, neither, never, no (X man), none, (can-)not, + nothing, + special, un(-worthy), when, + without, + yet but. See also οὐ μή, μῆκος. - Strong's Number: G3440
There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μόνον
Transliteration: mónon
Pronunciation: mon'-on
Description: neuter of μόνος as adverb; merely:--alone, but, only. - Strong's Number: G235
There are 635 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀλλά
Transliteration: allá
Pronunciation: al-lah'
Description: neuter plural of ἄλλος; properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations):--and, but (even), howbeit, indeed, nay, nevertheless, no, notwithstanding, save, therefore, yea, yet. - Strong's Number: G5397
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: φλύαρος
Transliteration: phlýaros
Pronunciation: floo'-ar-os
Description: from (to bubble); a garrulous person, i.e. prater:--tattler. - Strong's Number: G4021
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: περίεργος
Transliteration: períergos
Pronunciation: per-ee'-er-gos
Description: from περί and ἔργον; working all around, i.e. officious (meddlesome, neuter plural magic):--busybody, curious arts. - Strong's Number: G2980
There are 271 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: λαλέω
Transliteration: laléō
Pronunciation: lal-eh'-o
Description: a prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. utter words:--preach, say, speak (after), talk, tell, utter. Compare λέγω. - Strong's Number: G3588
There are 498 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὁ
Transliteration: ho
Pronunciation: to
Description: the definite article; the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom):--the, this, that, one, he, she, it, etc. - Strong's Number: G1163
There are 104 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δεῖ
Transliteration: deî
Pronunciation: die
Description: 3rd person singular active present of δέω; also deon deh-on'; neuter active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was, etc.) necessary (as binding):--behoved, be meet, must (needs), (be) need(-ful), ought, should. - Strong's Number: G3361
There are 602 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μή
Transliteration: mḗ
Pronunciation: may
Description: a primary particle of qualified negation (whereas οὐ expresses an absolute denial); (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas οὐ expects an affirmative one)) whether:--any but (that), X forbear, + God forbid, + lack, lest, neither, never, no (X wise in), none, nor, (can-)not, nothing, that not, un(-taken), without. Often used in compounds in substantially the same relations. See also ἐὰν μή, ἵνα μή, οὐ μή, μῆκος, μηκύνω, μήν, μὴ οὐκ.