⁷ But refuse profane and old wives’ fables. Exercise yourself toward godliness.

⁷ Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness;

⁷ Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives' tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly.

⁷ But have nothing to do with worldly fables fit only for old women . On the other hand , discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness ;