1 Timothy 2:1

I exhort, therefore, first of all, that there be made—supplications, prayers, intercessions, thankgivings, in behalf of all men,

The Emphasised Bible by J. B. Rotherham

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

2In behalf of kings, and all them who are, in eminent station; in order that, an undisturbed, and quiet life, we may lead, in all godliness and gravity:

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Cross References

Genesis 18:23So then Abraham drew near and said, Wilt thou really sweep away, the righteous with the lawless?

Psalms 67:1God, be favorable to us and bless us, Cause his face to shine upon us. [Selah.]

Matthew 6:9Thus, therefore pray, ye: Our Father, who art in the heavens,—Hallowed be thy name,

Romans 1:8First, indeed, I give thanks unto my God, through Jesus Christ, concerning you all, because your faith is being announced throughout the whole world.

1 Corinthians 15:3For I delivered unto you, among the first things, what also I received:—how that Christ died for our sins, according to the Scriptures,

Ephesians 3:13Wherefore I request, that there be no fainting in my tribulations in your behalf, the which is 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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