Berean Standard Bible
“He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same condemnation as the devil.”
Paul lists qualifications for overseers in the church, focusing on character. He mentions family life, self-control and reputation.
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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same condemnation as the devil.
World English Bible (WEB)
not a new convert, lest being puffed up he fall into the same condemnation as the devil.
King James Version (KJV)
Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil.
American Standard Version (ASV)
not a novice, lest being puffed up he fall into the condemnation of the devil.
Bible in Basic English (BBE)
Not one newly taken into the church, for fear that, through his high opinion of himself, he may come into the same sin as the Evil One.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
not a new convert, lest having been puffed up he may fall to a judgment of the devil;
Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)
No un neófito, porque inflándose no caiga en juicio del diablo.
Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)
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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)
El obispo no puede ser un recién convertido, ya que corre el riesgo de enorgullecerse y caer en la misma condenación en que cayó el diablo;
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