en_tn_lite_do_not_use/tit/01/10.md

Connecting Statement:

Because of those that would oppose God's word, Paul gives Titus reasons to preach God's word and warns him about false teachers.

rebellious people

These are rebellious people opposing Paul's gospel message.

those of the circumcision

This refers to the Christian Jews who taught that one must be circumcised to follow Christ. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)

Their words are worthless

"Their words do not benefit anyone"

It is necessary to stop them

"They must be prevented from spreading their teachings" or "They must be stopped from influencing others by their words"

what they should not teach

Things that are not proper to teach regarding Christ and the Law.

for shameful profit

This refers only to profit that people make by doing things that are not honorable.

break up whole families

"destroy the faith of whole families"