1 Timothy 2
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 2 of 6
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
People & Context
Author who exhorts prayer for all and was appointed a herald, apostle, and teacher of the nations [2:1,7].
The one Mediator between God and men, the Man who gave Himself a ransom on behalf of all [2:5-6].
God our Savior who desires all men to be saved and to come to a full knowledge of truth [2:3-4].
The man formed first, who was not deceived, cited in Paul's instruction on order [2:13-14].
Formed after Adam; the woman who was deceived and came to be in transgression [2:13-14].
Timeline
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 2:1-3God 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 2:4-6Paul declares he was appointed a herald, apostle, and teacher of the nations in faith and truth, affirming his calling to proclaim the gospel testimony.
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