1 Timothy 2:10
1 Timothy 2:10 in Multiple Translations
but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God.
But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.
but (which becometh women professing godliness) through good works.
But clothed with good works, as is right for women who are living in the fear of God.
but by the good things they do—as is appropriate for women who claim to follow God.
But (as becommeth women that professe the feare of God) with good workes.
but — which becometh women professing godly piety — through good works.
but with good works, which is appropriate for women professing godliness.
But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.
But as it becometh women professing godliness, with good works.
Instead, they should be doing things that women who ◄claim to/say that they► worship God should do; that is, they should be doing good deeds.
This is more important. They have to do good things for other people, so that everyone will see that they are women that really know God.
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Greek Word Reference — 1 Timothy 2:10
Study Notes — 1 Timothy 2:10
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- 1 Timothy 2:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
- Sermons on 1 Timothy 2:10
Context — Instructions to Women
10but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God.
11A woman must learn in quietness and full submissiveness. 12I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; she is to remain quiet.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Peter 2:12 | Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us. |
| 2 | 1 Peter 3:3–5 | Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes, but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. For this is how the holy women of the past adorned themselves. They put their hope in God and were submissive to their husbands, |
| 3 | Revelation 2:19 | I know your deeds—your love, your faith, your service, your perseverance—and your latter deeds are greater than your first. |
| 4 | Acts 9:36 | In Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which is translated as Dorcas), who was always occupied with works of kindness and charity. |
| 5 | Proverbs 31:31 | Give her the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her at the gates. |
| 6 | Titus 3:8 | 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. |
| 7 | Ephesians 2:10 | For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life. |
| 8 | 2 Peter 1:6–8 | and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. For if you possess these qualities and continue to grow in them, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. |
| 9 | 2 Peter 3:11 | Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to conduct yourselves in holiness and godliness |
| 10 | Acts 9:39 | 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 them. |
1 Timothy 2:10 Summary
This verse means that women who say they love and worship God should show it by doing good things for others. This is a way for them to express their faith and love for God, just like we see in Proverbs 31:30, where a woman who fears the Lord is praised for her good works. By doing good deeds, women can demonstrate their devotion to God and bring glory to Him, as seen in Matthew 5:16, where our good works can shine like a light for others to see.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for women to worship God with good deeds?
According to 1 Timothy 2:10, women who profess to worship God should do so through good deeds, which is a reflection of their faith, as seen in James 2:26, where faith without works is dead.
How do good deeds relate to a woman's worship of God?
Good deeds are an essential part of a woman's worship, as they demonstrate her love and devotion to God, similar to what is taught in Matthew 25:31-46, where Jesus separates the sheep from the goats based on their actions.
Is this verse limiting women's roles in the church?
This verse is not limiting women's roles, but rather emphasizing the importance of good deeds as a form of worship, which is a universal principle applicable to all believers, as seen in Ephesians 2:10, where we are created for good works.
What kind of good deeds is the Apostle Paul referring to in this verse?
The good deeds referred to in 1 Timothy 2:10 likely include acts of kindness, charity, and service, such as those mentioned in Acts 9:36, where Tabitha is commended for her good works and charitable deeds.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my worship of God through good deeds in my daily life?
- How can I balance my desire to serve others with the need to prioritize my own spiritual growth and development?
- What are some specific areas in my community where I can get involved and serve others, as an act of worship to God?
- How can I ensure that my good deeds are motivated by a genuine desire to worship God, rather than a desire for recognition or praise?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Timothy 2:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Timothy 2:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
Cambridge Bible on 1 Timothy 2:10
Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 2:10
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:10
Sermons on 1 Timothy 2:10
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Plain Christians in a Vain World by David Cooper | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the vanity and emptiness of the world and its inability to provide lasting satisfaction. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on God and |
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Epistle 416 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of unity in the Holy Spirit among Friends, urging elders to be examples of wisdom and patience for the younger generation. He warns against the |
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(1 Peter - Part 22): Our Walk in the Presence of the Unsaved by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of living an honest and upright life among non-believers. He highlights that God never gives us instructions to live without |
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A Godly Example by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a good example, especially to young people. He mentions a survey conducted in American jails, which found that over |
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Christ Came to Make Men Holy by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of Christians being salt and light in the world. He compares the idea of gathering all the street lights and putting them in |
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(Faith Community Chapel) 10/29 by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of being enslaved to sin. He explains that it is not just about committing isolated sins, but rather living a life of sin. The p |
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Our Relationship With Christ by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living as a testimony of Jesus Christ. He highlights that as believers, we are constantly being watched by the world, angel |







