Timothy is to select elders based on Paul's prior instructions (1 Timothy 3:1–7). He is not to participate in, or even be associated with, the sins of others.

17 янв. 2016 г. · 1 Timothy 5:22 explains that the whole church shares in a leader's sins if they appoint him without knowing him well.

But the apostle's meaning is, that he should keep himself pure from the sins of others, by not rashly and suddenly admitting any into the ministry; just as the ...

Lay hands suddenly on no man. This command refers primarily to the solemn laying on of hands at the ordination of presbyters and deacons.

2 февр. 2018 г. · Various ideas have been given about what “Do not lay hands on anyone hastily” means. Some equate this with the laying on of hands for healing.

Timothy was told to not attack older men with words, but to treat them with respect – as he would treat the younger men with respect as brothers.

Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, and do not share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure. Stop drinking only water, and use a little.

The admonition to "keep thyself pure" reinforces the importance of maintaining personal integrity and moral purity, especially in the context of leadership and ...

Do not lay hands upon anyone too quickly and thereby share responsibility for the sins of others; keep yourself free from sin.

This maxim of Paul is practical, it is a workable directive; it will insure that Timothy will not wittingly endorse evil men in the church.