But refuse foolish and stupid questions, knowing that they breed quarrels.
nor to pay attention to fables and endless genealogies, which cause disputes rather than an administration of Elohim which is in belief.
But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise yourself rather to reverence.
Remind them of this, earnestly witnessing before the Master, not to wage verbal battles – which is useless – to the overthrowing of the hearers.
But keep away from profane, empty babblings, for they go on to more wickedness,
But keep away from foolish questions, and genealogies, and strife and quarrels about the Torah, for they are unprofitable and useless.
Where do fightings and strivings come from among you? Do they not come from your pleasures that battle in your members?