1 Timothy 3:4 - The Text-Critical English New Testament

⁴ He must lead his own household well, keeping his children in submission with all dignity.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

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

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

⁴ He must rule his own household well, keeping his children under control, with true dignity, commanding their respect in every way and keeping them respectful.

American Standard Version (1901)

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

Common English Bible

⁴ They should manage their own household well—they should see that their children are obedient with complete respect,

Catholic Public Domain Version

⁴ but a man who leads his own house well, having children who are subordinate with all chastity.

1 Timothy 3:4 Cross References

Acts 10:2

He was a devout man who feared God along with his entire household; he gave generously to those in need and always prayed to God.

Ephesians 5:24

Just as the church submits to Christ, so wives should submit to their husbands in everything.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if anything is virtuous or praiseworthy, think about such things.

1 Timothy 3:12

A deacon must be the husband of one wife and must lead his children and his own household well.

Titus 1:6

An elder must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, with faithful children who are not rebellious and cannot be accused of debauchery.

Titus 2:2

Elderly men are to be sober-minded, dignified, sensible, and sound in faith, love, and endurance.

Titus 2:7

Show yoʋrself to be a model of good works in every way, and in yoʋr teaching show integrity, dignity, incorruptibility,