1 Timothy 2:8
What is written? (ESV)
I desire then that in every place the men should pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling;
What does it say?
In every place, I (Paul) want the men to pray, lifting holy hands without anger or disputing;
What is its immediate context?
Paul, appointed as preacher and apostle in “faith and truth” (vs 7), is instructing the young preacher Timothy in various matters of faith and church leadership. Specifically in this chapter, he is addressing specific roles in the local church assembly regarding duties and conduct. After addressing “the men” (vs 8), he goes on to address the women (vss 9-15).
How 1 Timothy 2:8 is applied across Bible answers
What does worship to God look like?
The men are to offer prayers in the assembly.
Extra Context for this Application:
In this context, it's clear that "every place" is each local assembly or every local church.
