1 Timothy 5:18

For the Scripture says: Thou shalt not muzzle an ox while treading out the grain; and, The laborer is worthy of his hire.

The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)

In The King James Version

For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward.

In Context

17Let elders who preside well be counted worthy of double honor, especially they who labor in the word and teaching.

19Against an elder receive not an accusation, except before two or three witnesses[5:19].

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Cross References

Luke 10:7And in that house remain, eating and drinking such things as they give[10:7]; for the laborer is worthy of his hire. Go not from house to house.

Romans 9:17For the Scripture says to Pharaoh: Even for this very purpose did I raise thee up, that I might show forth my power in thee, and that my name might be declared in all the earth.

Romans 11:2God did not cast away his people whom he foreknew. Know ye not what the Scripture says in the story of Elijah; how he pleads with God against Israel, saying:

1 Corinthians 9:14So also did the Lord appoint to those who preach the gospel, to live by the gospel.

Matthew Henry on 1 Timothy 5:18-25

Directions Concerning Elders; Concerning Church Discipline. ( a. d. 64.) 17 Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. 18 For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward. 19 Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses. 20 Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear. 21 I charge thee before God, and the Lord Jesus… Read the whole commentary →

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