1 Timothy 5:17

Updated: June 3, 2025
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Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and in teaching.
World English Bible (WEB)
Let{G515} the elders{G4245} that rule{G4291}{(G5761)} well{G2573} be counted worthy{G515}{(G5744)} of double{G1362} honour{G5092}, especially{G3122} they who labour{G2872}{(G5723)} in{G1722} the word{G3056} and{G2532} doctrine{G1319}.
KJV with Strongs
(17) The elders who lead well are to be considered worthy of double honour, especially those working in proclaiming and teaching.
The F.O.G
[17] Elders who lead the community well deserve double honor, especially those who pour themselves into teaching and preaching יהוה's Word.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
The well-leading elders of double honour let them be counted worthy, especially those labouring in word and teaching,
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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1 Timothy 5:17

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