^{17 Ref} Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.

^{18 Ref} For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward.

^{19 Ref} Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.

^{17 Ref} The well-leading elders of double honour let them be counted worthy, especially those labouring in word and teaching,

^{18 Ref} for the Writing saith, `An ox treading out thou shalt not muzzle,' and `Worthy `is' the workman of his reward.'

^{19 Ref} Against an elder an accusation receive not, except upon two or three witnesses.