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2 Timothy 2:23
New English Translation
2 Timothy 2:23
New English Translation
23 But reject foolish and ignorant[a] controversies, because you know they breed infighting.[b]
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- 2 Timothy 2:23 tn Or “uninstructed,” “silly.”
- 2 Timothy 2:23 tn Or “fights,” although this could suggest weapons and blows, whereas in the present context this is not the primary focus. Although “quarrel” is frequently used here (NAB, NIV, NRSV) it may be understood to refer to a relatively minor disagreement.
2 Timothy 2:23
New International Version
2 Timothy 2:23
New International Version
23 Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels.(A)
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