Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness.

American Standard Version (ASV)

but refuse profane and old wives' fables. And exercise thyself unto godliness:

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

But have nothing to do with unclean and foolish stories. Give yourself training in religion:

Darby English Bible (DBY)

But profane and old wives' fables avoid, but exercise thyself unto piety;

World English Bible (WEB)

But refuse profane and old wives' fables. Exercise yourself toward godliness.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

and the profane and old women's fables reject thou, and exercise thyself unto piety,