10 and these also must be tested first; then let them serve if they[a] are above reproach. 11 The wives[b] likewise must be dignified, not slanderous, temperate, faithful in all things. 12 Deacons must be husbands of one wife, managing their children and their own households well.

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  1. 1 Timothy 3:10 Here “if” is supplied as a component of the participle (“are”) which is understood as conditional
  2. 1 Timothy 3:11 Or “The women”

10 They must first be tested;(A) and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.

11 In the same way, the women[a] are to be worthy of respect, not malicious talkers(B) but temperate(C) and trustworthy in everything.

12 A deacon must be faithful to his wife(D) and must manage his children and his household well.(E)

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  1. 1 Timothy 3:11 Possibly deacons’ wives or women who are deacons