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translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_timothy/4.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_timothy/4.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_timothy/4.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_timothy/4.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_timothy/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_timothy/4.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_timothy/4.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_timothy/4.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Prescribe and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_timothy/4.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Prescribe and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_timothy/4.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Prescribe and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_timothy/4.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_timothy/4.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Keep commanding and teaching these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_timothy/4.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_timothy/4.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_timothy/4.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_timothy/4.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Teach these things and tell everyone to do what you say. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_timothy/4.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_timothy/4.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Insist on these things and teach them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_timothy/4.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Give them these instructions and these teachings. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_timothy/4.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />These are the things you must insist on and teach. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_timothy/4.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_timothy/4.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_timothy/4.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_timothy/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Command this and teach this.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_timothy/4.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_timothy/4.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_timothy/4.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Charge these things, and teach;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/1_timothy/4.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_timothy/4.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Charge these things, and teach;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_timothy/4.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Proclaim and teach these things.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_timothy/4.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />These things command and teach. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_timothy/4.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Instruct and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_timothy/4.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_timothy/4.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />These are the things you must insist on and teach.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_timothy/4.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/1_timothy/4.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />Teach and command these things.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/1_timothy/4.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/1_timothy/4.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />Command and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/1_timothy/4.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />Announce and teach these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/1_timothy/4.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />These things recommend and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/1_timothy/4.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />Command this and teach this.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/1_timothy/4.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />These things command and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/1_timothy/4.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />These <i>things</i> declare and teach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_timothy/4-11.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EkcLX59OJyU?start=565" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_timothy/4.htm">A Good Minister of Jesus Christ</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>To this end we labor and strive, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of everyone, and especially of those who believe. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/3853.htm" title="3853: Parangelle (V-PMA-2S) -- To notify, command, charge, entreat solemnly. From para and the base of aggelos; to transmit a message, i.e. to enjoin.">Command</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1321.htm" title="1321: didaske (V-PMA-2S) -- To teach, direct, admonish. A prolonged form of a primary verb dao; to teach.">teach</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: tauta (DPro-ANP) -- This; he, she, it. ">these things.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">12</span>Let no one despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/28-20.htm">Matthew 28:20</a></span><br />and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-2.htm">1 Corinthians 11:2</a></span><br />Now I commend you for remembering me in everything and for maintaining the traditions, just as I passed them on to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/2-2.htm">2 Timothy 2:2</a></span><br />And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/2-15.htm">Titus 2:15</a></span><br />Speak these things as you encourage and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-24.htm">Matthew 7:24</a></span><br />Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/4-17.htm">1 Corinthians 4:17</a></span><br />That is why I have sent you Timothy, my beloved and faithful child in the Lord. He will remind you of my way of life in Christ Jesus, which is exactly what I teach everywhere in every church.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-4.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:4</a></span><br />And we have confidence in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do what we command.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/7-17.htm">1 Corinthians 7:17</a></span><br />Regardless, each one should lead the life that the Lord has assigned to him and to which God has called him. This is what I prescribe in all the churches.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/14-37.htm">1 Corinthians 14:37</a></span><br />If anyone considers himself a prophet or spiritual person, let him acknowledge that what I am writing you is the Lord’s command.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/4-2.htm">2 Timothy 4:2</a></span><br />Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a></span><br />These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/1-8.htm">Joshua 1:8</a></span><br />This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-20.htm">Proverbs 6:20-23</a></span><br />My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. / Bind them always upon your heart; tie them around your neck. / When you walk, they will guide you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-4.htm">Psalm 119:4</a></span><br />You have ordained Your precepts, that we should keep them diligently.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/11-18.htm">Deuteronomy 11:18-19</a></span><br />Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as reminders on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. / Teach them to your children, speaking about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">These things command and teach.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_timothy/6-2.htm">1 Timothy 6:2</a></b></br> And they that have believing masters, let them not despise <i>them</i>, because they are brethren; but rather do <i>them</i> service, because they are faithful and beloved, partakers of the benefit. These things teach and exhort.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_timothy/4-2.htm">2 Timothy 4:2</a></b></br> Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/titus/2-15.htm">Titus 2:15</a></b></br> These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_timothy/1-18.htm">Charge</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-5.htm">Command</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-3.htm">Enjoin</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-3.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/isaiah/10-1.htm">Prescribe</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-2.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-2.htm">Teaching</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_timothy/5-7.htm">Charge</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-7.htm">Command</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-7.htm">Enjoin</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-7.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-7.htm">Prescribe</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-2.htm">Teach</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-13.htm">Teaching</a><div class="vheading2">1 Timothy 4</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_timothy/4-1.htm">He foretells that in the latter times there shall be a departure from the faith.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_timothy/4-6.htm">And to the end that Timothy might not fail in doing his duty, he furnishes him with various precepts.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_timothy/4.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_timothy/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_timothy/4.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Command</b><br>The term "command" indicates a directive with authority. In the context of 1 Timothy, Paul is writing to Timothy, a young pastor in Ephesus, a city known for its temple to Artemis and diverse religious practices. The use of "command" underscores the importance of Timothy's role in maintaining doctrinal purity and order within the church. This echoes the authority given to church leaders as seen in passages like <a href="/titus/2-15.htm">Titus 2:15</a>, where Paul instructs Titus to "encourage and rebuke with all authority."<p><b>and teach</b><br>Teaching is a central function of church leadership, emphasizing the dissemination of sound doctrine. In the early church, teaching was crucial for countering false teachings and ensuring the congregation understood the gospel. This aligns with the Great Commission in <a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>, where Jesus instructs His disciples to teach all nations. The role of teaching is also highlighted in <a href="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11-13</a>, where teachers are listed among the gifts given to the church to equip the saints.<p><b>these things</b><br>"These things" refers to the instructions and doctrines Paul has been outlining in the letter, including godly living, the qualifications for church leaders, and the importance of sound doctrine. The phrase points back to the preceding verses, where Paul warns against false teachings and encourages godliness (<a href="/1_timothy/4-6.htm">1 Timothy 4:6-10</a>). It also connects to the broader biblical theme of adhering to the truth, as seen in <a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a>, which speaks of all Scripture being useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a></b><br>The apostle who authored the letter to Timothy, providing guidance and instruction for church leadership and personal conduct.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a></b><br>A young pastor and protégé of Paul, stationed in Ephesus, tasked with leading the church and addressing false teachings.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/ephesus.htm">Ephesus</a></b><br>The city where Timothy was ministering, known for its diverse culture and challenges related to pagan practices and false teachings.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/a/authority_in_teaching.htm">Authority in Teaching</a></b><br>Paul empowers Timothy to command and teach with authority, emphasizing the importance of confidence in delivering God's truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/sound_doctrine.htm">Sound Doctrine</a></b><br>The focus on "these things" underscores the necessity of adhering to sound doctrine, which is foundational for a healthy church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_a_leader.htm">Role of a Leader</a></b><br>Timothy's role as a leader involves not only teaching but also commanding, indicating the need for both instruction and correction within the church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_discipline.htm">Spiritual Discipline</a></b><br>The surrounding context highlights the importance of spiritual discipline, encouraging believers to train themselves in godliness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/y/youth_and_leadership.htm">Youth and Leadership</a></b><br>Despite Timothy's youth, Paul encourages him to lead with authority, reminding us that leadership is not limited by age but by spiritual maturity and calling.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_timothy_4.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Timothy 4</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_definition_of_actual_grace.htm">How can a young man purify his path?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'desolate_house'_mean.htm">What does the Bible say about minding your business?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_overcoming.htm">What does the Bible say about FOMO?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_essence_of_spiritism.htm">What is the essence of Spiritism?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_timothy/4.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(11) <span class= "bld">These things command and teach.</span>--"These things"--<span class= "ital">i.e., the real meaning</span> of "godliness," that practical everyday piety which, in contradistinction to the severe and strained asceticism of a limited and narrow section of society, should enter into all homes and influence all lives without distinction of class or race, age or sex. "These things" in the Church of Ephesus must form a part of the public commands and charges to the congregations, must likewise enter into private Christian teaching.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_timothy/4.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Command</span> (<span class="greek">παράγγελλε</span>; see <a href="/1_timothy/1-3.htm">1 Timothy 1:3</a>, note; 1 Timothy 5:7; 6:13, 17). It is used very frequently in the Gospels of our Lord's commands to the apostles and others, and by St. Paul of his own apostolic directions to the Churches (<a href="/1_thessalonians/4-11.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:11</a>; <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-4.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:4, 6</a>, etc.). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_timothy/4-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">Command</span><br /><span class="grk">Παράγγελλε</span> <span class="translit">(Parangelle)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3853.htm">Strong's 3853: </a> </span><span class="str2">To notify, command, charge, entreat solemnly. From para and the base of aggelos; to transmit a message, i.e. to enjoin.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">teach</span><br /><span class="grk">δίδασκε</span> <span class="translit">(didaske)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1321.htm">Strong's 1321: </a> </span><span class="str2">To teach, direct, admonish. A prolonged form of a primary verb dao; to teach.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">these things.</span><br /><span class="grk">ταῦτα</span> <span class="translit">(tauta)</span><br /><span class="parse">Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> </span><span class="str2">This; he, she, it. </span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_timothy/4-11.htm">1 Timothy 4:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_timothy/4-11.htm">NT Letters: 1 Timothy 4:11 Command and teach these things (1 Tim. 1Ti iTi 1tim i Tm) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_timothy/4-10.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Timothy 4:10"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Timothy 4:10" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_timothy/4-12.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Timothy 4:12"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Timothy 4:12" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>