17 Let the elders fa133 that rule well be reckoned worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in word and doctrine.
18 For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn, (<052504>Deuteronomy 25:4,) and, The laborer is worthy of his hire. (<401010>Matthew 10:10.)
19 Against an elder receive not an accusation, unless by two or three witnesses.
