1 Timothy 5:17
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Timothy 5:17 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Timothy 5:17 is a verse from the book of 1 Timothy in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Timothy 5:17 — KJV
“Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.”
— 1 Timothy 5:17 (KJV)
1 Timothy 5:17 in Context — About the Book of 1 Timothy
1 Timothy is a veteran's field manual for a young pastor in Ephesus — sound doctrine, qualified leaders, care for widows, contentment over the love of money, and fighting the good fight of faith. It urges prayers for kings and all in authority so believers can live peaceful, godly lives.
Cross-References for 1 Timothy 5:17
“Let as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 5:17: let, worthy, honour
“And it came to pass, when he saw the earring and bracelets upon his sister's hands, and when he heard the words of Rebekah his sister, saying, Thus spake the man unto me; that he came unto the man; and, behold, he stood by the camels at the well.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 5:17: let, well, word
“The land of Egypt is before thee; in the best of the land make thy father and brethren to dwell; in the land of Goshen let them dwell: and if thou knowest any men of activity among them, then make them rulers over my cattle.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 5:17: let, rule, well
“Let there more work be laid upon the men, that they may labour therein; and let them not regard vain words. Let there...: Heb. Let the work be heavy upon the men”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 5:17: let, labour, word
“Then said Saul to his servant, Well said; come, let us go. So they went unto the city where the man of God was. Well said: Heb. Thy word is good”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 5:17: let, well, word
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