2 Timothy 2:19

Authorized King James Version

Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
μέντοι
G3305
indeed though, i.e., however
#3
στερεὸς
G4731
sure
stiff, i.e., solid, stable (literally or figuratively)
#4
θεμέλιος
G2310
the foundation
something put down, i.e., a substruction (of a building, etc.), (literally or figuratively)
#5
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#7
ἕστηκεν
G2476
standeth
to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)
#8
ἔχων
G2192
having
to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio
#9
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
σφραγῖδα
G4973
seal
a signet (as fencing in or protecting from misappropriation); by implication, the stamp impressed (as a mark of privacy, or genuineness), literally or
#11
ταύτην·
G3778
the he (she or it), i.e., this or that (often with article repeated)
#12
Ἔγνω
G1097
knoweth
to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
#13
κύριος
G2962
The Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#14
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#15
ὄντας
G5607
them that are
being
#16
αὐτοῦ
G846
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#17
καί
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#18
Ἀποστήτω
G868
Let
to remove, i.e., (actively) instigate to revolt; usually (reflexively) to desist, desert, etc
#19
ἀπὸ
G575
from
"off," i.e., away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
#20
ἀδικίας
G93
iniquity
(legal) injustice (properly, the quality, by implication, the act); morally, wrongfulness (of character, life or act)
#21
πᾶς
G3956
every one
all, any, every, the whole
#22
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#23
ὀνομάζων
G3687
that nameth
to name, i.e., assign an appellation; by extension, to utter, mention, profess
#24
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#25
ὄνομα
G3686
the name
a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
#26
Χριστοῦ.
G5547
of Christ
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Timothy, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of 2 Timothy.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Timothy Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection