Other translations
American Standard Version
one that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And he governs his house well, and holds his children in subjection with all purity.
Darby Bible Translation
conducting his own house well, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
Holy Bible: Douay-Rheims Version (Genuine Leather Black)
One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all chastity.
ERV 1885 English Revised Version with Strong's Concordance
one that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
English Standard Version Journaling Bible
He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive,
God's Word
He must manage his own family well. His children should respectfully obey him.
Holman Christian Standard Bible
one who manages his own household competently, having his children under control with all dignity.
International Standard Version
He must manage his own family well and have children who are submissive and respectful in every way.
NET Bible
He must manage his own household well and keep his children in control without losing his dignity.
New American Standard Bible
He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity
New International Version
He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full respect.
New Living Translation
He must manage his own family well, having children who respect and obey him.
Webster's Bible Translation
One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity;
Weymouth New Testament
but ruling his own household wisely and well, with children kept under control with true dignity.
The World English Bible
one who rules his own house well, having children in subjection with all reverence;