1 Timothy 5:10 “and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaini…”

1 Timothy 5:10

and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

Well reported of for good works; if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints’ feet, if she have relieved the afflicted, if she have diligently followed every good work.

World English Bible

being approved by good works, if she has brought up children, if she has been hospitable to strangers, if she has washed the saints’ feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, and if she has diligently followed every good work.

American Standard Version

well reported of for good works; if she hath brought up children, if she hath used hospitality to strangers, if she hath washed the saints’ feet, if she hath relieved the afflicted, if she hath diligently followed every good work.

Geneva Bible 1599

And well reported of for good woorkes: if shee haue nourished her children, if shee haue lodged the strangers, if shee haue washed the Saintes feete, if shee haue ministred vnto them which were in aduersitie, if shee were continually giuen vnto euery good woorke.

Darby Translation

borne witness to in good works, if she have brought up children, if she have exercised hospitality, if she have washed saints' feet, if she have imparted relief to the distressed, if she have diligently followed every good work.

Young's Literal Translation

in good works being testified to: if she brought up children, if she entertained strangers, if saints' feet she washed, if those in tribulation she relieved, if every good work she followed after;

Bible in Basic English

And if witness is given of her good works; if she has had the care of children, if she has been kind to travellers, washing the feet of the saints, helping those who are in trouble, giving herself to good works.

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Cross references

“reported”

Acts 6:3 Acts 10:22 Acts 22:12 3 John 1:12 1 Timothy 3:7

Acts 6:3 · BSB

Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them

Acts 10:22 · BSB

“Cornelius the centurion has sent us,” they said. “He is a righteous and God-fearing man with a good reputation among the whole Jewish nation. A holy angel instructed him to request your presence in his home so he could…

Acts 22:12 · BSB

There a man named Ananias, a devout observer of the law who was highly regarded by all the Jews living there,

3 John 1:12 · BSB

Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true.

1 Timothy 3:7 · BSB

Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil.

“good”

1 Timothy 6:18 Titus 3:8 Acts 9:36 Titus 2:7 Matthew 5:16 2 Timothy 3:17

1 Timothy 6:18 · BSB

Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,

Titus 3:8 · BSB

This saying is trustworthy. And I want you to emphasize these things, so that those who have believed God will take care to devote themselves to good deeds. These things are excellent and profitable for the people.

Acts 9:36 · BSB

In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which is translated as Dorcas), who was always occupied with works of kindness and charity.

Titus 2:7 · BSB

In everything, show yourself to be an example by doing good works. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,

Matthew 5:16 · BSB

In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

2 Timothy 3:17 · BSB

so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.

“if she have brought”

2 Timothy 1:5 2 Timothy 3:15

2 Timothy 1:5 · BSB

I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well.

2 Timothy 3:15 · BSB

From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

“if she have lodged”

Romans 12:13 Hebrews 13:2 1 Peter 4:9 Acts 16:14 Acts 16:15

Romans 12:13 · BSB

Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.

Hebrews 13:2 · BSB

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.

1 Peter 4:9 · BSB

Show hospitality to one another without complaining.

Acts 16:14 · BSB

Among those listening was a woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.

Acts 16:15 · BSB

And when she and her household had been baptized, she urged us, “If you consider me a believer in the Lord, come and stay at my house.” And she persuaded us.

“washed”

Luke 7:44 Genesis 18:4 Luke 7:38 Genesis 19:2 Genesis 24:32 John 13:5–15

Luke 7:44 · BSB

And turning toward the woman, He said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? When I entered your house, you did not give Me water for My feet, but she wet My feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair.

Genesis 18:4 · BSB

Let a little water be brought, that you may wash your feet and rest yourselves under the tree.

Luke 7:38 · BSB

As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume.

Genesis 19:2 · BSB

and said, “My lords, please turn aside into the house of your servant; wash your feet and spend the night. Then you can rise early and go on your way.” “No,” they answered, “we will spend the night in the square.”

Genesis 24:32 · BSB

So the man came to the house, and the camels were unloaded. Straw and feed were brought to the camels, and water to wash his feet and the feet of his companions.

John 13:5–15 · BSB

After that, He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and dry them with the towel that was around Him.

“if she have relieved”

Leviticus 25:35 Isaiah 1:17 Acts 9:39

Leviticus 25:35 · BSB

Now if your countryman becomes destitute and cannot support himself among you, then you are to help him as you would a foreigner or stranger, so that he can continue to live among you.

Isaiah 1:17 · BSB

Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow.”

Acts 9:39 · BSB

So Peter got up and went with them. On his arrival, they took him to the upper room. All the widows stood around him, weeping and showing him the tunics and other clothing that Dorcas had made while she was still with th…

“if she have diligently”

Titus 3:1 Titus 2:14 Psalm 119:4 Colossians 1:10 2 Timothy 2:21

Titus 3:1 · BSB

Remind the believers to submit to rulers and authorities, to be obedient and ready for every good work,

Titus 2:14 · BSB

He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds.

Psalm 119:4 · BSB

You have ordained Your precepts, that we should keep them diligently.

Colossians 1:10 · BSB

so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,

2 Timothy 2:21 · BSB

So if anyone cleanses himself of what is unfit, he will be a vessel for honor: sanctified, useful to the Master, and prepared for every good work.

Also

1 Timothy 5:16

1 Timothy 5:16 · BSB

If any believing woman has dependent widows, she must assist them and not allow the church to be burdened, so that it can help the widows who are truly in need.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

9A widow should be enrolled if she is at least sixty years old, faithful to her husband,

11But refuse to enroll younger widows. For when their passions draw them away from Christ, they will want to marry,

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