World English Bible
1 Timothy 5:22
“Lay hands hastily on no one, neither be a participant in other men's sins. Keep yourself pure.”
Verse in context — 1 Timothy 5
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Those who sin, reprove in the sight of all, that the rest also may be in fear.
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I command you in the sight of God, and Christ Jesus, and the chosen angels, that you observe these things without prejudice, doing nothing by partiality.
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Lay hands hastily on no one, neither be a participant in other men's sins. Keep yourself pure.
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Be no longer a drinker of water only, but use a little wine for your stomach's sake and your frequent infirmities.
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Some men's sins are evident, preceding them to judgment, and some also follow later.
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Instructions for church leadership and godly living.
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