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Galatians 6:10
So then, as we have opportunity, let's do what is good toward all men, and especially toward those who are of the household of the faith.
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Interpretation

Galatians 6:10 shows a do good that is lived within limits and longings—see "toward" and "have". Align do good when pressure tempts shortcuts—brighten hope by remembering.

Context

Galatians speaks here as epistle/letter writing, highlighting do good. Within ch. 6, a small unit frames the emphasis. Watch the terms “toward” and “have”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Galatians to Paul. Critical study of Galatians often concludes: generally accepted as Pauline.. Scholars commonly date Galatians AD 48–55. This verse leans into apostolic community.

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Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline.
Date:AD 48–55
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not affect the core meaning.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46