1 Timothy 5:2

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to older women as mothers, to younger women as sisters—with absolute purity.

Cross References

Matthew 12:50

For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.”

Philippians 4:8

Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

1 Thessalonians 5:22

abstain from every form of evil.

1 Timothy 4:12

Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.

1 Timothy 5:1

Do not speak harshly to an older man, but speak to him as to a father, to younger men as brothers,

1 Timothy 5:3

Honor widows who are really widows.

2 Timothy 2:22

Shun youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.