1 Timothy 5:8

But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.

King James Version

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Other Translations for 1 Timothy 5:8

BSB

If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

AKJV

But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.

CPDV

But if anyone has no concern for his own, and especially for those of his own household, he has denied the faith, and he is worse than an unbeliever.

ERV

But if any provideth not for his own, and specially his own household, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever.

NHEB

But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever.

SMT

And if any for his own, and chiefly for his own household provide not, he has denied the faith, and is worse than the unbelieving.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 1 Timothy 5:8

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Commentary for 1 Timothy 5:8

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 1 Timothy 5:8

Summary

Neglecting family support demonstrates failure in faith

Event

Strong warning against family neglect

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD