⁴ they are conceited^(A) and understand nothing. They have an unhealthy interest in controversies and quarrels about words^(B) that result in envy, strife, malicious talk, evil suspicions ⁵ and constant friction between people of corrupt mind, who have been robbed of the truth^(C) and who think that godliness is a means to financial gain.

⁶ But godliness with contentment^(D) is great gain.^(E)