This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance.
Parallel translations
- WEB This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance.
- KJV This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation.
- BSB This is a trustworthy saying, worthy of full acceptance.
- NASB It is a trustworthy statement deserving full acceptance.
- NLT This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it.
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Quick answer
This is a trustworthy saying worthy of full acceptance. It underscores the certainty of the surrounding gospel truth.
Overview
Paul again uses his 'faithful saying' formula to mark a reliable truth. It points to the assurance of the gospel hope just described. The phrase invites the reader to receive this teaching with full confidence.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 1
- 1 Tim 1:15The saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.
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