I desire therefore that the men in every place pray, lifting up holy hands without wrath and doubting.
I desire therefore that men pray ... This is improperly translated, despite the fact that it CAN mean this.  "The Greek word is [@boulomai], which in Hellenistic Judaism conveys a note of authoritative command."[14] A better rendition would be, "I demand that the men do the praying everywhere, etc."  In this light, it is futile to suggest that Paul's words in this place are merely expressing a preference.