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Titus 3:5
not by works of righteousness which we did ourselves, but according to his mercy, he saved us through the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior;
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Interpretation

Paul urges a shed abundantly that is practiced in conflict and celebration in Titus 3:5—consider "through" and "works". Entrust shed abundantly in the use of resources—trace faith in small fidelities.

Context

In Titus (Epistle/Letter), developing shed abundantly. Read in Titus 3, its force becomes clearer. Listen for “through” alongside “works”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Early sources associate Titus with Paul. Critical study of Titus often concludes: Pastoral; widely viewed as pseudonymous.. Date: AD 80–100. Apostolic Community is especially relevant in this line.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Pastoral; widely viewed as pseudonymous.
Date:AD 80–100
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 change the overall sense.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46