1 Timothy 3:4

1 Timothy 3:4 in 10 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 full 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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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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American Standard Version (ASV)

4one that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;

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Geneva Bible (GNV)

4One that can rule his owne house honestly, hauing children vnder obedience with all honestie.

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World English Bible, American English Edition, without Strong's Numbers (WEBUS)

4one who rules his own house well, having children in subjection with all reverence;

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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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EasyEnglish Bible 2024 (EASY)

4He must take care of his own family. His children must obey him and respect him.

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Literal Standard Version (LSV)

4leading his own house well, having children in subjection with all dignity,

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