2 Timothy 4:8

Authorized King James Version

Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
λοιπὸν
G3063
Henceforth
something remaining (adverbially)
#2
ἀπόκειταί
G606
there is laid up
to be reserved; figuratively, to await
#3
μοι
G3427
for me
to me
#4
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#6
δικαιοσύνης
G1343
of righteousness
equity (of character or act); specially (christian) justification
#7
στέφανος
G4735
a crown
a chaplet (as a badge of royalty, a prize in the public games or a symbol of honor generally; but more conspicuous and elaborate than the simple fille
#8
ὃν
G3739
which
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#9
ἀποδώσει
G591
shall give
to give away, i.e., up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
#10
μοι
G3427
for me
to me
#11
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
κύριος
G2962
the Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#13
ἐν
G1722
at
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
#14
ἐκείνῃ
G1565
that
that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
#15
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#16
ἡμέρᾳ
G2250
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#17
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
δίκαιος
G1342
the righteous
equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
#19
κριτής
G2923
judge
a judge (genitive case or specially)
#20
οὐ
G3756
not
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
#21
μόνον
G3440
only
merely
#22
δὲ
G1161
and
but, and, etc
#23
ἐμοὶ
G1698
to me
to me
#24
ἀλλὰ
G235
but
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
#25
καὶ
G2532
also
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#26
πᾶσιν
G3956
unto all them
all, any, every, the whole
#27
τοῖς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#28
ἠγαπηκόσιν
G25
that love
to love (in a social or moral sense)
#29
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#30
ἐπιφάνειαν
G2015
appearing
a manifestation, i.e., (specially) the advent of christ (past or future)
#31
αὐτοῦ
G846
his
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

Analysis

Within the broader context of 2 Timothy, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of love connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about love, 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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood love. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection