11 to seek to lead a quiet life,(A) to mind your own business,[a] and to work(B) with your own hands, as we commanded you, 12 so that you may behave properly(C) in the presence of outsiders and not be dependent on anyone.[b](D)

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Footnotes

  1. 4:11 Lit to practice one’s own things
  2. 4:12 Or not need anything, or not be in need

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