- First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men,
- for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
- This is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior,
- who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.
- For there is one God, and one mediator also between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,
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- I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone--
- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
- This is good, and pleases God our Savior,
- who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
- For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,
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