Titus 1:13 “This testimony is true. Therefore rebuke them sternly, so that they wi…”

Titus 1:13

This testimony is true. Therefore rebuke them sternly, so that they will be sound in the faith

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith;

World English Bible

This testimony is true. For this cause, reprove them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith,

American Standard Version

This testimony is true. For which cause reprove them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith,

Geneva Bible 1599

This witnesse is true: wherefore conuince them sharply, that they may be sound in ye faith,

Darby Translation

This testimony is true; for which cause rebuke them severely, that they may be sound in the faith,

Young's Literal Translation

this testimony is true; for which cause convict them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith,

Bible in Basic English

This witness is true. So say sharp words to them so that they may come to the right faith,

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Cross references

“rebuke”

1 Timothy 5:20 Titus 2:15 2 Timothy 4:2 Proverbs 27:5 2 Corinthians 13:10

1 Timothy 5:20 · BSB

But those who persist in sin should be rebuked in front of everyone, so that the others will stand in fear of sin.

Titus 2:15 · BSB

Speak these things as you encourage and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you.

2 Timothy 4:2 · BSB

Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and encourage with every form of patient instruction.

Proverbs 27:5 · BSB

Better an open rebuke than love that is concealed.

2 Corinthians 13:10 · BSB

This is why I write these things while absent, so that when I am present I will not need to be severe in my use of the authority that the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.

“that”

Titus 2:2 1 Timothy 4:6 Psalm 141:5 2 Corinthians 7:8–12 Psalm 119:80 Leviticus 19:17

Titus 2:2 · BSB

Older men are to be temperate, dignified, self-controlled, and sound in faith, love, and perseverance.

1 Timothy 4:6 · BSB

By pointing out these things to the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of faith and sound instruction that you have followed.

Psalm 141:5 · BSB

Let the righteous man strike me; let his rebuke be an act of loving devotion. It is oil for my head; let me not refuse it. For my prayer is ever against the deeds of the wicked.

2 Corinthians 7:8–12 · BSB

Even if I caused you sorrow by my letter, I do not regret it. Although I did regret it—for I see that my letter caused you sorrow, but only for a short time—

Psalm 119:80 · BSB

May my heart be blameless in Your statutes, that I may not be put to shame.

Leviticus 19:17 · BSB

You must not harbor hatred against your brother in your heart. Directly rebuke your neighbor, so that you will not incur guilt on account of him.

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

In context

12As one of their own prophets has said, “Cretans are always liars, evil beasts, lazy gluttons.”

14and will pay no attention to Jewish myths or to the commands of men who have rejected the truth.

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