1 Timothy 5:8

Provide [π ρ ο ν ο ε ι]. See on Romans 12:17.

His own - those of his own house [τ ω ν ι δ ι ω ν - ο ι κ ε ι ω ν]. His own relations, see on John 1:11. Those who form part of his family, see on Galatians 6:10.

He hath denied the faith [τ η ν π ι σ τ ι ν η ρ ν η τ α ι]. The verb not in Paul, but Quite often in Pastorals. The phrase only here and Revelation 2:13. Faith demands works and fruits. By refusing the natural duties which Christian faith implies, one practically denies his possession of faith. Faith does not abolish natural duties, but perfects and strengthens them " (Bengel). Comp. James 2:14-17.

Infidel [α π ι σ τ ο υ]. Better, unbeliever. One who is not a Christian, as 1 Corinthians 6:6; 1 Corinthians 7:12; 1 Corinthians 7:13, etc. Even an unbeliever will perform these duties from natural promptings.