1 Timothy 2

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 2 of 6

1 First of all therefore, I exhort that petitions, prayers, supplications, and thanksgivings be made on behalf of all men,

2 for kings and all the ones being in preeminence, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

3 For this is good and acceptable before God our Savior,

4 who desires all men to be saved and to come to a full knowledge of truth.

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Chapter Summary

1 It is meet to pray and give thanks for all men. 9 How women should be attired. 12 They are not permitted to teach.

Key Greek Words

εἰς against, among, as G1519
εἷς a(-n, -ny, certain) G1520
οὐ long, nay, neither G3756
πίστει assurance, belief, believe G4102
μετὰ after(-ward), X that he again, against G3326

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Timeline

Prayer for All Men

Paul exhorts that petitions, prayers, supplications, and thanksgivings be made on behalf of all men, especially kings and those in authority, so believers may lead tranquil and quiet lives in godliness.

1 Timothy 2:1-3
God Desires All to Be Saved

God our Savior desires all men to be saved and come to full knowledge of truth. There is one God and one Mediator, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself as a ransom for all.

1 Timothy 2:4-6
Paul Appointed Herald and Apostle

Paul declares he was appointed a herald, apostle, and teacher of the nations in faith and truth, affirming his calling to proclaim the gospel testimony.

1 Timothy 2:7

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