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| − | ''I Timothy'' is a [[book]] in the [[New Testament]]. | + | '''I Timothy''' is a [[book]] in the [[New Testament]]. |
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| | + | Along with [[II Timothy]] and [[Titus]] it is considered one of the Pastoral Epistles (letters written regarding the conduct of church leaders). |
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| | + | The letter itself states that Paul the Apostle is its author, notwithstanding attacks by liberal theologians on its authorship (along with that of the other Pastoral Epistles). |
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| | + | The main theme of the book is church organization and leadership. Chapter 3 discusses the qualifications for deacons and elders, while Chapter 5 discusses the church's responsibility for the care of widows, respect for elders, and members in general. |
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