1 Timothy 6:5

Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

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Other Translations for 1 Timothy 6:5

BSB
and constant friction between men of depraved mind who are devoid of the truth. These men regard godliness as a means of gain.
AKJV
Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw yourself.
CPDV
the conflicts of men who have been corrupted in mind and deprived of truth, who consider profit to be piety.
ERV
wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain.
NHEB
constant friction of people of corrupt minds and destitute of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a means of gain.
SMT
Unprofitable occupations of men corrupted in mind, and deprived of the truth, thinking gain to be devotion: be separated from such.

Commentary for 1 Timothy 6:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Timothy 6:5
Summary
Corrupt minds create conflict and corrupted values
Event
Paul condemns corruptness and greed
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching