1 Timothy 3:6

Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil.

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Other Translations for 1 Timothy 3:6

BSB
He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same condemnation as the devil.
AKJV
Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil.
CPDV
He must not be a new convert, lest, being elated by pride, he may fall under the sentence of the devil.
ERV
not a novice, lest being puffed up he fall into the condemnation of the devil.
NHEB
not a new convert, lest being puffed up he fall into the same condemnation as the devil.
SMT
Not newly planted, lest rendered proud he fall into condemnation of the accuser.

Commentary for 1 Timothy 3:6

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Timothy 3:6
Summary
Inexperienced leaders risk pride and ruin
Event
Warning about inexperienced leaders
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Warning