1 Timothy 1:8 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

But we know that the Law of Moses is good if a person uses it properly.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully;

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

Now we recognize and know that the Law is good if anyone uses it lawfully [for the purpose for which it was designed],

American Standard Version (1901)

But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully,

Common English Bible

Now we know that the Law is good if used appropriately.

Catholic Public Domain Version

But we know that the law is good, if one makes use of it properly.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully:

1 Timothy 1:8 Cross References

Romans 12:2

And you people must not be conformed to [the values and standards of] this age, but you should become transformed [i.e., changed in attitude and action] by having your mind renewed [i.e., to think in a totally different way]. Then you will be able to determine [and practice] God’s will, the thing that is good, and acceptable and perfect.

Romans 7:16

But if I do what I do not want to, I agree with the law [which condemns such conduct] that it is good.

Romans 7:18

For I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my flesh, for the desire to do good is present in my heart, but the ability to carry it out [consistently] is not.

Romans 7:22

For in my heart I am delighted with God’s law,

Galatians 3:21

Is the Law of Moses contrary to the promises of God? Certainly not! For if there had been a law given which could provide [never ending] life, then a person could be considered right with God by [obeying the requirements of such] a law.

2 Timothy 2:5

And if a person competes as an athlete, he is not awarded the victor’s crown unless he competes according to the rules.