1 Timothy 5:6 Meaning
But she that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth.
Context Explained
4But if any widow have children or nephews, let them learn first to shew piety at home, and to requite their parents: for that is good and acceptable before God.
5Now she that is a widow indeed, and desolate, trusteth in God, and continueth in supplications and prayers night and day.
6But she that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth.
7And these things give in charge, that they may be blameless.
8But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 8:6
This verse contrasts the mindset on the flesh with the mindset on the Spirit, similar to the theme of true life.
James 4:4
This verse warns against friendship with the world, echoing the theme of living for pleasure.
Matthew 16:26
This verse questions the profit of gaining the world at the cost of one's soul, similar to the warning here.
Source: 1 Timothy 5:6