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He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full respect.
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American Standard Version
one that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
Christian Standard Bible
He must manage his own household competently and have his children under control with all dignity.
English Standard Version
He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive,
King James Version
One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
New American Standard Bible
He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity
New King James Version
one who rules his own house well, having his children in submission with all reverence
New Living Translation
He must manage his own family well, having children who respect and obey him.
World English Bible
one who rules his own house well, having children in subjection with all reverence;