Read Full ChapterAn elder must be blameless, the husband of but one wife, having children who are believers and who are not open to accusation of indiscretion or insubordination.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
if anyone is blameless, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, who are not accused of loose or unruly behavior.
World English Bible (WEB)
If any{G1536} be{G2076}{(G5748)} blameless{G410}, the husband{G435} of one{G3391} wife{G1135}, having{G2192}{(G5723)} faithful{G4103} children{G5043} not{G3361} accused{G1722}{G2724} of riot{G810} or{G2228} unruly{G506}.
Strong's King James
(6) If any man is above reproach? A husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of riotous drunkenness or rebellion.
The F.O.G
[6] These leaders must be above reproach: faithfully devoted to one spouse, raising children who embrace the faith and demonstrate self-discipline, avoiding any hint of rebellious behavior or unrestrained living that could discredit their family's witness.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
if any one is blameless, of one wife a husband, having children stedfast, not under accusation of riotous living or insubordinate—
Young's Literal Translation
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