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1 Timothy

New Testament6 chapters

Pauline Epistles

About This Book

Paul instructs his young protégé Timothy on how to lead the church in Ephesus—dealing with false teachers, worship, and leadership qualifications.

Quick Overview

A mentor's advice to a young pastor. Paul tells Timothy how to handle false teachers and gives qualifications for church leaders.

Author

Paul the apostle

Historical Period

After Paul's first imprisonment

Key Themes

Church LeadershipSound DoctrineGodlinessPrayerConduct

Key Figures

Paul • Timothy • Hymenaeus • Alexander

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Translation: Douay-Rheims - Catholic Bible