KJV ORIGINAL
For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
These are the type of people who sneak their way into homes and manipulate vulnerable women who are weighed down by guilt and pulled in different directions by their desires.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Watch out for manipulators who prey on people when they're struggling and vulnerable.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
Paul wrote this letter to his protégé Timothy around the mid-60s CE. Facing imminent execution in Rome, Paul encouraged Timothy to remain steadfast in his ministry and address emerging false teachings.
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