But refuse profane and old wives’ fables,
and exercise thyself [rather] unto godliness.
BSB
But reject irreverent, silly myths. Instead, train yourself for godliness.
WEB
But refuse profane and old wives’ fables. Exercise yourself toward godliness.
YLT
and the profane and old women’s fables reject thou, and exercise thyself unto piety,
F.O.G Original
But reject worthless myths characteristic of the elderly and train yourself towards godliness.
F.O.G
But reject worthless myths characteristic of the elderly and train yourself towards godliness.
F.O.G MSG
⁷But reject godless myths and old wives’ tales.ᶜ Instead, train yourself for godliness.
Footnotes:
⁷ᶜ Godless myths and old wives’ tales: Refers to false teachings, superstitions, and fabricated stories that distract from genuine faith and sound doctrine.