KJV ORIGINAL
Even so must their wives be grave, not slanderers, sober, faithful in all things.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The wives of church leaders need to be just as solid — they should be dignified, not gossiping about people, clear-headed, and completely trustworthy in everything they do.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
If you're married to a leader, you're part of the ministry too — carry yourself with the same integrity.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
Paul wrote 1 Timothy to his associate Timothy, who was leading the church in Ephesus, around the mid-60s CE. The letter provided instructions for church organization, addressing issues of leadership qualifications and proper conduct amidst challenges like false teaching.
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