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1 Timothy 4:7

But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness.
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English Standard Version

Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness;

New International Version

Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales; rather, train yourself to be godly.

Catholic Public Domain Version

But avoid the silly fables of old women. And exercise yourself so as to advance in piety