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Lay hands hastily on no one, neither be a participant in other men`s sins. Keep yourself pure.
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Scholars unanimously agree that 'lay hands hastily on no man' is a serious command about ordaining church leaders. Paul warns Timothy not to rush this process. A candidate's character, piety, and qualifications must be thoroughly examined and proven over time before they are appointed to a position of spiritual authority.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Lay hands suddenly on no man. Some have understood this as laying on hands to heal the sick (Koppe); others, as the laying on of hands to …
Lay hands hastily (χειρας ταχεως επιτιθε). Present active imperative of επιτιθημ in the sense of approval (ordination) as in Ac 6:…
19th Century
Anglican
Lay hands suddenly on no man.—This command refers primarily to the solemn laying on of hands at the ordination of presbyt…
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What is meant by “the laying on of hands”? While some commentators feel that the context favors the idea of laying hands of reconciliation on repen…
16th Century
Protestant
Lay not hands suddenly on any man. There can be no doubt that he intended to guard Timothy against ill-will and to prevent many complaints…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Lay hands suddenly on no man Which is not to be understood of removing censures from off offenders, upon their repentance, whi…
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Care must be taken that ministers are maintained. And those who are laborious in this work are worthy of double honour and esteem. It is their just…
13th Century
Catholic
Above, he dealt with honorable widows who are supported by the Church; here he deals with honoring bishops and priests.
First, he instructs …
