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1 Timothy 4:5

1 Timothy 4:5
For it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

For it is sanctified,.... Or set apart for use, and may be lawfully used at all times:

by the word of God; which…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

For it is sanctified by the word of God - By the authority or permission of God. It would be profane or unholy if he had…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

For it is sanctified by the word of God - Δια λογου Θεου· By the command of God; probably referring to Gen 1:29 : And…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Timothy 4:1-5

We have here a prophecy of the apostasy of the latter times, which he had spoken of as a thing expected and taken for…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

for it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer Rather, through. The -word of God" is most commonly in N.T. -the…