1 Timothy 4:7 - Revised Version 1885

but refuse profane and old wives' fables. And exercise thyself unto godliness:

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

But refuse and avoid irreverent legends (profane and impure and godless fictions, mere grandmothers' tales) and silly myths, and express your disapproval of them. Train yourself toward godliness (piety), [keeping yourself spiritually fit].

American Standard Version (1901)

but refuse profane and old wives’ fables. And exercise thyself unto godliness:

Common English Bible

But stay away from the godless myths that are passed down from the older women. Train yourself for a holy life!

Catholic Public Domain Version

But avoid the silly fables of old women. And exercise yourself so as to advance in piety.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

But avoid foolish and old wives' fables: and exercise thyself unto godliness.

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