1 Timothy 3:4

1 Timothy 3:4 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

4He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full3:4 Or him with proper respect.

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

4He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

4He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

4He must manage his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity [keeping them respectful and well-behaved]

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

4An overseer must manage his own household well and keep his children under control, with complete dignity.

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

4He must manage his own family well. He must make sure that his children obey him. And he must do this in a way that gains him respect.

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