1 Timothy 1:5-7

1:5 But the aim of our instruction is love that comes from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. 1:6 Some have strayed from these and turned away to empty discussion. 1:7 They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or the things they insist on so confidently.


tn Grk “the instruction,” referring to orthodox Christian teaching and ministry in general, in contrast to that of the false teachers mentioned in 1:3-4.

tn Grk “love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.”

tn The Greek reinforces this negation: “understand neither what they are saying nor the things they insist on…”