1 Timothy 5:19
Against an elder receive not an accusation, except before two or three witnesses[5:19].
The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)
In The King James Version
Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.
In Context
20Those who sin rebuke before all, that the rest also may fear.
Cross References
Matthew 18:16But if he hear not, take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established.
John 18:29Pilate therefore went out to them, and said: What accusation do ye bring against this man?
Acts 24:2and he having been called, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying: Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds are done for this nation through thy providence, in every way and everywhere;
2 Corinthians 13:1THIS third time I am coming to you. In the mouth of two witnesses, and of three, shall every word be established.
Hebrews 10:28He that despised Moses' law died without mercy, under two or three witnesses.
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 →