1 Timothy 6:20
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
يا تِيمُوثاوُسُ، احرُسِ الوَدِيعَةَ الَّتِي ائتُمِنتَ عَلَيها، وَتَجَنَّبِ الكَلامَ الدُّنيَوِيَّ التّافِهَ، وَالمُعتَقَداتِ المُعارِضَةِ الَّتِي يُسَمِّيها بَعضُهُمْ «مَعرِفَةً» وَهِيَ لَيسَتْ كَذَلِكَ.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from the Bible, Paul is talking to Timothy and telling him to guard what he has been taught, avoiding meaningless talk and false teachings that claim to be scientific but are not true.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a special toy that your friend gave you. Your friend tells you to keep it safe and not listen when others try to convince you that the toy is worthless or make up silly stories about it. That's what Paul is telling Timothy here!
Historical Background
This verse comes from the letter of 1 Timothy, written by the Apostle Paul around AD 63-64 to his young protégé Timothy. The audience was early Christians in Ephesus facing false teachings and distractions.
Living It Out Today
In a modern scenario, this verse could apply to someone who has learned important values from their faith community but is now being pressured by peers or media to disregard these teachings as outdated or unscientific.
Topics
faithfulnessfalse teachingsspiritual guidancewisdomprotection of truthavoidance of vain talk
Related Verses
2 Timothy 1:13-14Titus 1:10-11Proverbs 18:6-7Romans 16:17-18Colossians 2:8
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'profane and vain babblings' mean?
'Profane and vain babblings' refers to speech that is empty, meaningless, or not respectful of what is sacred. It can also include idle talk that distracts from true spiritual matters.
How do we identify false science in today's world?
Identifying false science involves critically examining claims by checking their alignment with known facts and seeking expert validation to ensure they are not misleading or contradictory to established scientific truths.
Why is it important for Timothy to guard his faith?
Guarding one's faith means protecting the core beliefs and teachings that form the foundation of one’s spiritual life. This ensures that these values remain unchanged amidst various distractions and false doctrines.
How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?
In daily life, we can apply this by staying true to what we know is right based on our faith and avoiding empty talk or misleading information that could divert us from our spiritual path.