KING JAMES VERSION (KJV)
This verse from scripture reminds us of troubles with money. Avoid pursuit of monetary wealth for its own sake or going into debt. Pay for things with savings whenever possible.
See the quote in bold below within its King James Bible verse.
For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
— 1 Timothy 6:10
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| Quote words | Original Greek | Meaning/ Definition This is a simplified translation of the original Greek word. Follow the buttons on the right to get more detail. | More Use the buttons below to get details on the Greek word and find other Bible verses that use the same word. |
|---|---|---|---|
| the love of | ἡ | The (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom) | G3588 |
| money | φιλαργυρία | Avarice | G5365 |
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