Titus 2:3

Linguistic Bible Translation from Source Texts

Likewise, older women are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not enslaved to much wine, teachers of good things.

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Other Translations

  • King James Version 1769 (Standard Version)

    The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;

  • KJV1611 – Modern English

    The older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not addicted to much wine, teachers of good things;

  • King James Version 1611 (Original)

    The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;

  • American Standard Version with Strong's Numbers

    that{G3361} aged women{G4247} likewise{G5615} be reverent{G2412} in{G1722} demeanor,{G2688} not{G3361} slanderers{G1228} nor{G3361} enslaved{G1402} to much{G4183} wine,{G3631} teachers of that which is good;{G2567}

  • King James Version with Strong's Numbers

    The aged women{G4247} likewise{G5615}, that they be in{G1722} behaviour{G2688} as becometh holiness{G2412}, not{G3361} false accusers{G1228}, not{G3361} given{G1402}{(G5772)} to much{G4183} wine{G3631}, teachers of good things{G2567};

  • Tyndale Bible (1526/1534)

    And ye elder weme lykewyse that they be in soche rayment as becommeth holynes not falce accusars not geven to moche drinkynge but teachers of honest thynges

  • Coverdale Bible (1535)

    And the elder wemen likewyse that they shewe them selues as it becommeth holynes, that they be no false accusers, not geuen to moch wyne, that they teach honest thinges,

  • Geneva Bible (1560)

    The elder women likewise, that they be in such behauiour as becommeth holinesse, not false accusers, not subiect to much wine, but teachers of honest things,

  • Bishops' Bible (1568)

    The elder women lykewyse, that they be in such behauiour as becometh holynesse, not false accusers, not geuen to much wine, teachers of good thinges,

  • Authorized King James Version (1611)

    The aged women likewise, that [they be] in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;

  • Webster's Bible (1833)

    and that older women likewise be reverent in behavior, not slanderers nor enslaved to much wine, teachers of that which is good;

  • Young's Literal Translation (1862/1898)

    aged women, in like manner, in deportment as doth become sacred persons, not false accusers, to much wine not enslaved, of good things teachers,

  • American Standard Version (1901)

    that aged women likewise be reverent in demeanor, not slanderers nor enslaved to much wine, teachers of that which is good;

  • American Standard Version (1901)

    that aged women likewise be reverent in demeanor, not slanderers nor enslaved to much wine, teachers of that which is good;

  • Bible in Basic English (1941)

    That old women are to be self-respecting in behaviour, not saying evil of others, not given to taking much wine, teachers of that which is good,

  • World English Bible (2000)

    and that older women likewise be reverent in behavior, not slanderers nor enslaved to much wine, teachers of that which is good;

  • NET Bible® (New English Translation)

    Older women likewise are to exhibit behavior fitting for those who are holy, not slandering, not slaves to excessive drinking, but teaching what is good.

Referenced Verses

  • 1 Tim 3:11 : 11 Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded and faithful in all things.
  • 1 Tim 2:9-9 : 9 Likewise, I want women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair, gold, pearls, or expensive clothing, 10 but with good works, which are appropriate for women who profess to worship God.
  • 1 Tim 3:8 : 8 Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, and not greedy for dishonest gain.
  • 1 Pet 3:3-5 : 3 Let your beauty not be external—such as elaborate hairstyles, the wearing of gold jewelry, or fine clothes. 4 Instead, it should be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. 5 For in this way, in the past, the holy women who hoped in God also adorned themselves, submitting to their own husbands.
  • Titus 2:4 : 4 They are to encourage the young women to love their husbands and children,
  • 1 Tim 5:5-9 : 5 The widow who is truly alone and desolate has placed her hope in God and continues in prayers and petitions night and day. 6 But the one who lives indulgently, even while living, is dead. 7 Command these things so that they may be above reproach. 8 If anyone does not provide for their own, and especially for their own household, they have denied the faith and are worse than an unbeliever. 9 A widow should be enrolled only if she is at least sixty years old and has been faithful to one husband, 10 and is well known for her good works: if she has brought up children, shown hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped those in affliction, and devoted herself to every good work.
  • Titus 1:7 : 7 For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be blameless—not arrogant, not hot-tempered, not given to drunkenness, not violent, and not greedy for dishonest gain.
  • Heb 5:12 : 12 By this time you ought to be teachers, but instead you need someone to teach you again the elementary truths of God's word, and you need milk, not solid food.
  • Rom 16:2 : 2 Receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints and assist her in whatever she may need from you, for she has been a benefactor of many, including myself.
  • Eph 5:3 : 3 But sexual immorality, all impurity, or greed must not even be mentioned among you, as is proper for saints.
  • Rev 2:20 : 20 But I have this against you: You tolerate that woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess. By her teaching, she misleads my servants to commit sexual immorality and to eat food sacrificed to idols.

Similar Verses (AI)

These verses are found using AI-powered semantic similarity based on meaning and context. Results may occasionally include unexpected connections.

  • Titus 2:4-10
    7 verses
    85%

    4 They are to encourage the young women to love their husbands and children,

    5 to be self-controlled, pure, committed to their homes, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God may not be slandered.

    6 Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled.

    7 In all things, present yourself as an example of good works, with integrity, dignity, and incorruptibility in your teaching.

    8 Let your speech be sound and beyond reproach, so that any opponent may be ashamed, having nothing bad to say about us.

    9 Slaves are to submit to their own masters in everything, aiming to be well-pleasing and not argumentative.

    10 They must not pilfer but must demonstrate complete faithfulness, so that they may make the teaching of God our Savior attractive in every way.

  • Titus 2:1-2
    2 verses
    81%

    1 As for you, speak the things that are consistent with sound teaching.

    2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, and sound in faith, in love, and in perseverance.

  • 1 Tim 3:10-12
    3 verses
    78%

    10 Let them also be tested first; then, if they prove blameless, let them serve as deacons.

    11 Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded and faithful in all things.

    12 Let deacons each be the husband of one wife, managing their children and their households well.

  • 1 Tim 5:1-3
    3 verses
    78%

    1 Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but appeal to him as you would to a father. Treat younger men as brothers,

    2 older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters—with absolute purity.

    3 Honor widows who are truly widows.

  • 1 Tim 5:13-14
    2 verses
    76%

    13 At the same time, they also learn to be idle, going around from house to house. Not only idle, but also gossips and busybodies, saying things they should not.

    14 Therefore, I desire that younger widows marry, bear children, manage their households, and give the adversary no occasion for slander.

  • 1 Tim 2:9-12
    4 verses
    73%

    9 Likewise, I want women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair, gold, pearls, or expensive clothing,

    10 but with good works, which are appropriate for women who profess to worship God.

    11 A woman should learn in quietness and full submission.

    12 I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man; she must be quiet.

  • 1 Tim 3:7-8
    2 verses
    73%

    7 Moreover, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he won't fall into disgrace and the trap of the devil.

    8 Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, and not greedy for dishonest gain.

  • 1 Tim 3:2-4
    3 verses
    73%

    2 Therefore, an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,

    3 not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, and not a lover of money.

    4 He must manage his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity.

  • 1 Pet 3:5-6
    2 verses
    72%

    5 For in this way, in the past, the holy women who hoped in God also adorned themselves, submitting to their own husbands.

    6 Just as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord. You are her children if you do what is good and do not fear anything that frightens you.

  • 1 Tim 5:9-11
    3 verses
    71%

    9 A widow should be enrolled only if she is at least sixty years old and has been faithful to one husband,

    10 and is well known for her good works: if she has brought up children, shown hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped those in affliction, and devoted herself to every good work.

    11 But refuse to enroll younger widows, for when their physical desires draw them away from Christ, they desire to marry,

  • Titus 1:6-8
    3 verses
    71%

    6 An elder must be blameless, the husband of one wife, with faithful children who are not accused of wild living or rebellion.

    7 For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be blameless—not arrogant, not hot-tempered, not given to drunkenness, not violent, and not greedy for dishonest gain.

    8 But he must be hospitable, a lover of what is good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.

  • 2 Tim 3:6
    71%

    6 They are the kind who creep into homes and capture weak-willed women who are burdened with sins and led astray by various desires.

  • 1 Pet 3:1-3
    3 verses
    70%

    1 In the same way, wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands, so that even if some disobey the word, they may be won over without a word by the conduct of their wives.

    2 When they observe your pure and reverent behavior.

    3 Let your beauty not be external—such as elaborate hairstyles, the wearing of gold jewelry, or fine clothes.

  • Titus 2:12
    70%

    12 It teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly desires and to live sensibly, righteously, and godly in the present age,

  • 1 Tim 2:15
    69%

    15 But she will be saved through childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and holiness with self-control.

  • 1 Tim 4:7
    69%

    7 Reject worldly and silly myths, and instead, train yourself in godliness.

  • 1 Tim 5:16-17
    2 verses
    69%

    16 If any believing man or woman has widows, let them help them and not let the church be burdened, so that it may assist those who are truly widows.

    17 The elders who lead well should be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching.

  • Titus 3:2
    68%

    2 Speak evil of no one, avoid quarrels, be gentle, and show perfect courtesy to everyone.

  • 1 Tim 6:3
    67%

    3 If anyone teaches a different doctrine and does not agree with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and the teaching that accords with godliness,

  • 1 Tim 4:11-12
    2 verses
    67%

    11 Command and teach these things.

    12 Let no one despise you for your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.

  • 1 Cor 14:34
    66%

    34 Women should remain silent in the churches. They are not allowed to speak but must be in submission, as the law says.

  • 1 Tim 5:7
    66%

    7 Command these things so that they may be above reproach.

  • 1 Tim 5:19
    66%

    19 Do not entertain an accusation against an elder unless it is brought by two or three witnesses.