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1 Timothy 3:4

World English Bible

4 one who rules his own house well, having children in subjection with all reverence;

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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 International Version

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.

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.