'Controversies' in the Bible

since you are especially familiar with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen patiently to me.

and occupying themselves with myths and endless genealogies. These things promote controversies rather than God's ongoing purpose, which involves faith.

But avoid foolish controversies, arguments about genealogies, quarrels, and fights about the Law. These things are useless and worthless.