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# the chosen angels
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This means the angels whom God and Jesus have chosen to serve them in a special way.
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# to keep these commands without partiality, and to do nothing out of favoritism
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The words "partiality" and "favoritism" mean basically the same thing. Paul is emphasizing that Timothy must judge honestly and be fair to everyone. AT: "to keep these rules without being partial or showing favor to anyone" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
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# these commands
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Possible meanings are 1) this refers to the rules Paul just told Timothy or 2) this refers to the rules Paul is about to tell Timothy.
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