2 Timothy 2:23

New English Translation

But reject foolish and ignorant controversies, because you know they breed infighting.

Cross References

1 Timothy 1:4

nor to occupy themselves with myths and interminable genealogies. Such things promote useless speculations rather than God’s redemptive plan that operates by faith.

1 Timothy 4:7

But reject those myths fit only for the godless and gullible, and train yourself for godliness.

2 Timothy 2:14

Remind people of these things and solemnly charge them before the Lord not to wrangle over words. This is of no benefit; it just brings ruin on those who listen.

2 Timothy 2:16

But avoid profane chatter, because those occupied with it will stray further and further into ungodliness,

Titus 3:9

But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the law, because they are useless and empty.

James 4:1

Where do the conflicts and where do the quarrels among you come from? Is it not from this, from your passions that battle inside you?