1 Timothy 5:19
Do not receive a charge against an Officer of the Church, unless it is supported by two or three witnesses;
Twentieth Century New Testament
In The King James Version
Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.
In Context
20but rebuke offenders publicly, so that others may take warning.
Cross References
Matthew 18:16But, if he does not listen to you, take with you one or two others, so that ‘on the evidence of two or three witnesses, every word may be put beyond dispute.’
John 18:29Therefore Pilate came outside to speak to them. “What charge do you bring against this man?” he asked.
Acts 24:2and, when the hearing came on, Tertullus began his speech for the prosecution.
2 Corinthians 13:1For the third time I am coming to see you. ‘By the word of two or three witnesses each statement shall be established.’
Hebrews 10:28When a man disregarded the Law of Moses, he was, on the evidence of two or three witnesses, put to death without pity.
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 →