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I Timothy · Chapter 5 King James Version

I Timothy 5:16

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The Scripture

(16) If any man or woman that believeth have widows, let them relieve them, and let not the church be charged; that it may relieve them that are widows indeed.
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Chapter overview (whole chapter)

First Timothy 5 instructs Timothy on treating church members like family and honoring widows who are truly in need. It sets guidelines for widow support, favoring family care over church support for younger widows, and affirms that elders who lead and teach well deserve double honor. The chapter closes with rules for handling accusations against elders and personal advice for Timothy's health.

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Cross-references
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

I Timothy 5:4I Timothy 5:8I Timothy 5:3I Timothy 5:5

Related verses (shared words)

I Timothy 5:3I John 5:10