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21 In the presence of God and Christ Jesus and the chosen angels,[a] I charge you to follow these rules impartially and without being influenced by any favoritism. 22 Do not lay hands on others too hastily or you may find yourself regarded as an accomplice in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.

23 Stop drinking nothing but water. Take a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.

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  1. 1 Timothy 5:21 The chosen angels: in contrast to the fallen angels (see 2 Pet 2:4; Jude 6).

21 I charge you, in the sight of God and Christ Jesus(A) and the elect angels, to keep these instructions without partiality, and to do nothing out of favoritism.

22 Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands,(B) and do not share in the sins of others.(C) Keep yourself pure.(D)

23 Stop drinking only water, and use a little wine(E) because of your stomach and your frequent illnesses.

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