Titus 2:3-5

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Titus 2:5

Verse 5 When he adds, that the word of God may not be evil spoken of, it is supposed that this relates strictly to women who were married to unbelieving husbands, who might judge of the gospel from the wicked conduct of their wives; and this appears to be confirmed by 1 Peter 3:1. But what if he does not speak of husbands alone? And, indeed, it is probable that he demands such strictness of life as not to bring the gospel into the contempt of the public by their vices. As to the other parts of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:1-10

Genuine morality. "But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine," etc. Paul, having given Titus directions as to the organization of a Christian Church in Crete, and changed him to contend against those who, in the name of Christianity, propagated doctrines at variance both with the truths and the spirit of the gospel, here urges that genuine morality which should be the grand aim and tendency of all gospel preaching. The grand subject presented in this passage is genuine... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:1-15

Practical godliness the end of spiritual doctrine. The teaching of St. Paul soars very high in respect of the hidden things of God. To none of the apostles were given more abundant revelations of heavenly mysteries. Caught up into the third heaven, hearing unspeakable words, saturated with gifts of the Holy Ghost, he was able to lead men's souls into depths and heights of unseen things as no other teacher was. His eloquent tongue, pouring forth the riches of knowledge of an enlightened... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:3

That for the, A.V be reverent in demeanor for that they be in behavior as becometh holiness, A.V.; slanderers for false accusers, A.V.; nor for not, A.V.; enslaved for given, A.V.; that which is good for good things, A.V. Reverent ( ἱεροπρεπεῖς ); only here in the New Testament, twice in 4 Maccabees; it is not uncommon in classical Greek. The word means "becoming a holy person, place, or matter;" otherwise expressed in 1 Timothy 2:10 , "which becometh women professing godliness;" and ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:3

Aged Christian women. "The aged women likewise." Our "behavior" is a sign of our character. We cannot hide the "roots" of our life. Weeds or flowers soon appear upon the earth. I. HOLY WOMEN . Not sanctimonious, or stiff, or prudish; but holy. Never suffering irreverence to characterize their speech, levity to mark their looks, or folly to appear in their dress or demeanor. Holy, so that their quiet fellowship with God may affect their influence, and the enjoyment of the "earnest... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:3-5

The duties of aged women and young women. As woman had attained through Christianity a position of equality beside man, it was necessary to remind her that her new position involved serious responsibilities. I. THE DUTIES OF AGED WOMEN . 1. In demeanor as becometh holiness. 2. Not slanderers. (a) separate friends ( Proverbs 16:28 ); (b) inflict deadly wounds in character ( Proverbs 18:18 ); (c) bring dishonor on the gospel; (d) and cause... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:4

Train for teach … to be sober, A.V. Train ( σωφρονίζωσι ); only here in the New Testament, not found in the LXX ., but common in classical Greek in the sense of to " correct, " "control," or "moderate," which is its meaning here. Ellicott renders it "school". The A.V. "teach to be sober" is manifestly wrong. To love their husbands ( φιλάνδρους εἷναι ); here only in the New Testament, not found in the LXX ., but occasionally, in this sense, in classical Greek. To... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:4-5

Counsels to young women. Here there are what may be termed "instructions" to the aged women as to the counsels to be given by them to the young women. Such authority does the gospel give to age; such reverence and respect for age does it expect from young women. Nations deteriorate in character whenever youth becomes insolent in its own independence, and resentful of authority. I. SOBRIETY , or wisdom; that calm quietude of heart and mind which is not intoxicated by vanity, or... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Titus 2:5

Sober-minded for discreet, A.V.; workers for keepers, A.V. and T.R.; kind for good, A.V.; being in subjection for obedient, A.V. Sober - minded ( σώφρονας ); as in Titus 2:2 and Titus 1:8 ; 1 Timothy 3:2 . "Discreet" is nearer the sense than "sober-minded." Perhaps the French sage is nearer still. Workers at home ( οἰκουργούς , for the T.R. οἰκουρούς ) . Neither word occurs elsewhere in the New Testament or in the LXX ., nor does ... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Titus 2:3

The aged women likewise - Not only those who may have the office of deaconesses, but all aged females.That they be in behaviour as becometh holiness - Marg, “holy women.” The Greek word is not found elsewhere in the New Testament. It means appropriate to a sacred place or person, or becoming to religion. Their conduct should be such as the gospel requires.Not false accusers - - Margin, “make-bates.” Greek, διαβόλους diabolous - the word commonly applied to the devil - “as the accuser.” See it... read more

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