Read Full ChapterBut avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the law, because these things are pointless and worthless.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
but shun foolish questionings, genealogies, strife, and disputes about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.
World English Bible (WEB)
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Strong's King James
(9) But avoid foolish debates, genealogies, strife and fights about Torah because they are useless and fruitless.
The F.O.G
[9] But stay clear of foolish debates about genealogies, pointless arguments, and hostile disputes about religious laws. These things are spiritually unprofitable and ultimately worthless.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about law, stand away from—for they are unprofitable and vain.
Young's Literal Translation
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