1 Timothy 2:1

I exhort then, first of all, that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men;

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In The King James Version

I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;

In Context

2for kings, and all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and tranquil life in all godliness and propriety.

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Cross References

Psalms 67:1“For the leader of the music. To be sung on stringed instruments. A psalm.” O God! be merciful to us, and bless us, And cause thy face to shine upon us! [[Pause.]]

Matthew 6:9After this manner therefore pray ye:—Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name;

Romans 1:8In the first place, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.

1 Corinthians 15:3For I delivered to you first of all what I also received, that Christ died for our sins, according to the Scriptures;

Ephesians 3:13Wherefore I entreat you not to be disheartened by the troubles I am suffering for you, since they are your glory.

Matthew Henry on 1 Timothy 2:1

In this chapter Paul treats, I. Of prayer, with many reasons for it, ver. 1-8 . II. Of women's apparel, ver. 9, 10 . III. Of their subjection, with the reasons of it, ver. 11-14 . IV. A promise given for their encouragement in child-bearing, ver. 15 . Read the whole commentary →

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