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1 Timothy 2:8 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" I desire therefore that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without anger and doubting. "

1 Timothy 2:8

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6 who gave himself as a ransom for all, the testimony at the proper time,

7 to which I was appointed a preacher and an apostle—I am telling the truth in Christ, not lying—a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

8 I desire therefore that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without anger and doubting.

9 In the same way, that women also adorn themselves in decent clothing, with modesty and propriety, not with braided hair, gold, pearls, or expensive clothing,

10 but with good works, which is appropriate for women professing godliness.

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