1 Therefore, I urge first of all
2 on behalf of kings and all those who are in authority, in order that we may live a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
3 This
4 who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
5 For
6 who gave himself a ransom for all, the testimony at the proper time,
7 for which I was appointed a herald and an apostle—I am speaking the truth,
8 Therefore I want the men in every place to pray, lifting up holy hands without anger and dispute.
9 Likewise also the women should adorn themselves in appropriate clothing, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair and gold jewelry or pearls or expensive clothing,
10 but with good deeds which are fitting for women who profess godliness.
11 A woman must learn in quietness with all submission.
12 But I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man, but
13 For Adam was formed first, then Eve,
14 and Adam was not deceived, but the woman,
15 But she will be saved through the bearing of children, if she continues in faith and love and holiness with self-control.