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2 Timothy 2:23

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

But reject foolish and ignorant disputes, because you know that they breed quarrels.

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Remind them of these things, and charge them before God not to fight about words. This is useless and leads to the ruin of those who listen.

But avoid foolish debates, genealogies, quarrels, and disputes about the law, because they are unprofitable and worthless.

Avoid irreverent and empty speech, since those who engage in it will produce even more godlessness,

But have nothing to do with pointless and silly myths. Rather, train yourself in godliness.

or to pay attention to myths and endless genealogies. These promote empty speculations rather than God’s plan, which operates by faith.

What is the source of wars and fights among you? Don’t they come from your passions that wage war within you?