1 Timothy 2

Instructions on Worship

1 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; Prayer: 1 Timothy 5:5, James 5:16. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 2:4, Ephesians 5:20, Philippians 1:3, 2 Thessalonians 1:3, 2 Timothy 2:24, Titus 2:11, 3:2, Hebrews 6:11 +5

2 For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. Kingdom: Ezra 6:10, Nehemiah 1:11, Psalms 72:1, Proverbs 24:21. References God: Acts 10:22, 24:16. Peace: Jeremiah 29:7, Romans 12:18, Hebrews 12:14. Parallel theme: 1 Thessalonians 4:11 +5

3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. our Saviour; Salvation: 1 Timothy 1:1, Luke 1:47. References God: Romans 14:18, Philippians 1:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:1, 1 Peter 2:5, 2:20. Good: Colossians 1:10, Hebrews 13:16 +4

4 Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truthTruth: ἀλήθεια (Aletheia). The Greek aletheia (ἀλήθεια) denotes truth or reality—that which corresponds to actuality. Jesus declared, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life' (John 14:6), embodying ultimate reality.. Salvation: 1 Timothy 4:10, Isaiah 45:22, Titus 2:11. Truth: 2 Timothy 2:25. Parallel theme: Ezekiel 18:23, 18:32, 33:11, Matthew 28:19, Luke 24:47, 2 Peter 3:9 +5

5 For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; References Jesus: John 17:3, 1 Corinthians 8:6, Hebrews 12:24. References God: Deuteronomy 6:4, Isaiah 44:6, Galatians 3:20, Hebrews 7:25. Parallel theme: John 1:14, Romans 10:12, Hebrews 9:15 +5

6 Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time. Redemption: Job 33:24, Matthew 20:28, Titus 2:14. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 6:15, 1 Corinthians 1:6, Galatians 4:4, Ephesians 5:2, 1 Peter 3:18, 1 John 4:10, Revelation 1:5 +5

7 Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1). and verity. References Christ: Romans 15:16. Truth: Romans 9:1. Parallel theme: Acts 9:15, 22:21, 26:20, Romans 11:13, Galatians 1:16, 1:20, 2:9, 2 Timothy 1:11 +5

Instructions for Men and Women

8 I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrathWrath: ὀργή (Orgē). The Greek orgē (ὀργή) means wrath—settled, righteous anger against sin. Believers are 'saved from wrath through him' (Romans 5:9), as Christ bore God's wrath on the cross, satisfying divine justice. and doubting. Prayer: Isaiah 1:15, Acts 10:2, 10:4. Parallel theme: Psalms 63:4, 134:2, Luke 24:50, Acts 7:60, Titus 3:8, Hebrews 10:22, James 4:8 +5

9 In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; Parallel theme: Genesis 24:53, 2 Kings 9:30, Esther 5:1, Psalms 149:4, Proverbs 7:10, 31:22, Isaiah 3:16, 61:4, Jeremiah 2:32, 4:30 +5

10 But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works. Good: Acts 9:36, 1 Peter 2:12. Parallel theme: Proverbs 31:31, Revelation 2:19

11 Let the woman learn in silence with all subjection. Parallel theme: Genesis 3:16, Esther 1:20, 1 Corinthians 11:3, Colossians 3:18, Titus 2:5, 1 Peter 3:1

12 But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 14:34

13 For Adam was first formed, then Eve. Parallel theme: Genesis 1:27, 2:7, 2:18, 2:22

14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgressionTransgression: παράβασις (Parabasis). The Greek parabasis (παράβασις) means transgression—stepping across a boundary. 'Where no law is, there is no transgression' (Romans 4:15), for transgression requires a known standard to violate.. Parallel theme: Genesis 3:6, 2 Corinthians 11:3

15 Notwithstanding she shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1). and charity and holiness with sobriety. Faith: 1 Timothy 1:5. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 2:9, Isaiah 7:14, 9:6, Luke 2:7, Titus 2:12, 1 Peter 4:7 +2