## An elder must be without blame ## This is a double negative emphasizing moral character. AT: “with integrity” or “with a good reputation.” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublenegatives]]) ## husband of one wife ## A man must have only one wife. It is unclear if this excludes men who have been previously widowed or divorced, or never married. ## faithful children ## Possible meanings are 1) children who believe in Jesus or 2) children who are trustworthy. ## not categorized as ## "not known as" or "do not have the reputation as" ## undisciplined ## "rebellious" or "does not follow rules" ## It is necessary for the overseer ## AT: "An overseer must." ## God's house manager ## "a steward of God," or "as one responsible for the house of God." ## not addicted to wine ## "not an alcoholic" or "not a drunkard" or "does not drink too much wine" ## brawler ## "violent" or "who likes to fight" (UDB)