Titus 3:9

But avoid foolish controversies, and genealogies, and dissensions, and wrangling about the law; for they are unprofitable and futile.

Revised King James New Testament

In The King James Version

But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.

In Context

8This is a faithful saying; and I want you to affirm these things constantly, that those who have believed in God might be careful to engage in good works. These things are good and profitable for men.

10Reject a man who is divisive after a first and second warning;

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Cross References

1 Corinthians 13:2And if I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so that I can remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.

1 Timothy 4:7But have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales, but rather train yourself in godliness;

2 Timothy 2:16But avoid godless and empty chatter: for it will lead people to more ungodliness,

Titus 1:14Not giving heed to Jewish myths, and commandments of men who turn from the truth.

Matthew Henry on Titus 3:2-9

Exhortations to Several Duties; Characteristics of an Unrenewed State; The Import and Origin of Salvation; Regeneration; Justification. ( a. d. 66.) 1 Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work, 2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, showing all meekness unto all men. 3 For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one… Read the whole commentary →

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