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2 Timothy 4

1 I charge thee in the sight of God, and of Christ Jesus, who shall judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • charge G1263 (διαμαρτύρομαι) — to attest or protest earnestly, or (by implication) hortatively
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • before G1799 (ἐνώπιον) — in the face of (literally or figuratively)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • who shall G3195 (μέλλω) — to intend, i.e. be about to be, do, or suffer something (of persons or things, especially events; in the sense of purpose, duty, necessity, probability, poss…
  • judge G2919 (κρίνω) — by implication, to try, condemn, punish
  • the quick G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • the dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)
  • at G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • appearing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • appearing G2015 (ἐπιφάνεια) — a manifestation, i.e. (specially) the advent of Christ (past or future)
  • kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)

2 preach the word; be urgent in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Preach G2784 (κηρύσσω) — to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the gospel)
  • the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • be instant G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • in season G2122 (εὐκαίρως) — opportunely
  • out of season G171 (ἀκαίρως) — inopportunely
  • reprove G1651 (ἐλέγχω) — to confute, admonish
  • rebuke G2008 (ἐπιτιμάω) — to tax upon, i.e. censure or admonish; by implication, forbid
  • exhort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • longsuffering G3115 (μακροθυμία) — longanimity, i.e. (objectively) forbearance or (subjectively) fortitude
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • doctrine G1322 (διδαχή) — instruction (the act or the matter)

3 For the time will come when they will not endure the sound doctrine; but, having itching ears, will heap to themselves teachers after their own lusts;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • will come G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • when G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • they will G430 (ἀνέχομαι) — to hold oneself up against, i.e. (figuratively) put up with
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • endure G430 (ἀνέχομαι) — to hold oneself up against, i.e. (figuratively) put up with
  • sound G5198 (ὑγιαίνω) — to have sound health, i.e. be well (in body); figuratively, to be uncorrupt (true in doctrine)
  • doctrine G1319 (διδασκαλία) — instruction (the function or the information)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • their own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • lusts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • lusts G1939 (ἐπιθυμία) — a longing (especially for what is forbidden)
  • shall they heap G2002 (ἐπισωρεύω) — to accumulate further, i.e. (figuratively) seek additionally
  • to themselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • teachers G1320 (διδάσκαλος) — an instructor (genitive case or specially)
  • having itching G2833 (κνήθω) — to scratch, i.e. (by implication) to tickle
  • ears G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ears G189 (ἀκοή) — hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)

4 and will turn away their ears from the truth, and turn aside unto fables.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they shall turn away G654 (ἀποστρέφω) — to turn away or back (literally or figuratively)
  • ears G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ears G189 (ἀκοή) — hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the truth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • shall be turned G1624 (ἐκτρέπω) — to deflect, i.e. turn away (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • fables G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fables G3454 (μῦθος) — a tale, i.e. fiction ("myth")

5 But be thou sober in all things, suffer hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fulfil thy ministry.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • watch G3525 (νήφω) — to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e. (figuratively) be discreet
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • endure afflictions G2553 (κακοπαθέω) — to undergo hardship
  • do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
  • the work G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • of an evangelist G2099 (εὐαγγελιστής) — a preacher of the gospel
  • make full proof G4135 (πληροφορέω) — to carry out fully (in evidence), i.e. completely assure (or convince), entirely accomplish
  • of thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • ministry G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ministry G1248 (διακονία) — attendance (as a servant, etc.); figuratively (eleemosynary) aid, (official) service (especially of the Christian teacher, or technically of the diaconate)

6 For I am already being offered, and the time of my departure is come.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • am G4689 (σπένδω) — to pour out as a libation, i.e. (figuratively) to devote (one's life or blood, as a sacrifice) ("spend")
  • now G2235 (ἤδη) — even now
  • ready to be offered G4689 (σπένδω) — to pour out as a libation, i.e. (figuratively) to devote (one's life or blood, as a sacrifice) ("spend")
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • of my G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • departure G359 (ἀνάλυσις) — departure
  • is at hand G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);

7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • I have fought G75 (ἀγωνίζομαι) — to struggle, literally (to compete for a prize), figuratively (to contend with an adversary), or genitive case (to endeavor to accomplish something)
  • a good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…
  • fight G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fight G73 (ἀγών) — properly, a place of assembly (as if led), i.e. (by implication) a contest (held there); figuratively, an effort or anxiety
  • I have finished G5055 (τελέω) — to end, i.e. complete, execute, conclude, discharge (a debt)
  • course G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • course G1408 (δρόμος) — a race, i.e. (figuratively) career
  • I have kept G5083 (τηρέω) — to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from , which is properly to prevent escaping; and from , which implies a…
  • the faith G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salva…

8 henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give to me at that day; and not to me only, but also to all them that have loved his appearing.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Henceforth G3063 (λοιπόν) — something remaining (adverbially)
  • there is laid up G606 (ἀπόκειμαι) — to be reserved; figuratively, to await
  • for me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • a crown G4735 (στέφανος) — 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 fillet, ), l…
  • of righteousness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian) justification
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • the righteous G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
  • judge G2923 (κριτής) — a judge (genitive case or specially)
  • shall give G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — 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 the part…
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • unto all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • them G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • that love G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • appearing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • appearing G2015 (ἐπιφάνεια) — a manifestation, i.e. (specially) the advent of Christ (past or future)

9 Give diligence to come shortly unto me:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Timothy 1:4 · 2 Timothy 4:21
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Do thy diligence G4704 (σπουδάζω) — to use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest
  • to come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • shortly G5030 (ταχέως) — briefly, i.e. (in time) speedily, or (in manner) rapidly
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

10 for Demas forsook me, having loved this present world, and went to Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • Demas G1214 (Δημᾶς) — Demas, a Christian
  • hath forsaken G1459 (ἐγκαταλείπω) — to leave behind in some place, i.e. (in a good sense) let remain over, or (in a bad sense) to desert
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • having loved G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or moral sense)
  • this G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • present G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • world G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • is departed G4198 (πορεύομαι) — to traverse, i.e. travel (literally or figuratively; especially to remove (figuratively, die), live, etc.);
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Thessalonica G2332 (Θεσσαλονίκη) — Thessalonice, a place in Asia Minor
  • Crescens G2913 (Κρήσκης) — growing; Cresces (i.e. Crescens), a Christian
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Galatia G1053 (Γαλατία) — Galatia, a region of Asia
  • Titus G5103 (Τίτος) — Titus, a Christian
  • Dalmatia G1149 (Δαλματία) — Dalmatia, a region of Europe

11 Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee; for he is useful to me for ministering.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Only G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere
  • Luke G3065 (Λουκᾶς) — Lucas, a Christian
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Take G353 (ἀναλαμβάνω) — to take up
  • Mark G3138 (Μάρκος) — Marcus, a Christian
  • and G353 (ἀναλαμβάνω) — to take up
  • bring G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • thee G4572 (σεαυτοῦ) — of (with, to) thyself
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • profitable G2173 (εὔχρηστος) — easily used, i.e. useful
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the ministry G1248 (διακονία) — attendance (as a servant, etc.); figuratively (eleemosynary) aid, (official) service (especially of the Christian teacher, or technically of the diaconate)

12 But Tychicus I sent to Ephesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Tychicus G5190 (Τυχικός) — fortuitous, i.e. fortunate; Tychicus, a Christian
  • have I sent G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • Ephesus G2181 (Ἔφεσος) — Ephesus, a city of Asia Minor

13 The cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus, bring when thou comest, and the books, especially the parchments.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The cloke G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The cloke G5341 (φελόνης) — a mantle (surtout)
  • that G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I left G620 (ἀπολείπω) — to leave behind (passively, remain); by implication, to forsake
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Troas G5174 (Τρωάς) — the Troad (or plain of Troy), i.e. Troas, a place in Asia Minor
  • with G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • Carpus G2591 (Κάρπος) — Carpus, probably a Christian
  • when thou comest G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • bring G5342 (φέρω) — to "bear" or carry (in a very wide application, literally and figuratively, as follows)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the books G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the books G975 (βιβλίον) — a roll
  • especially G3122 (μάλιστα) — (adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly
  • the parchments G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the parchments G3200 (μεμβράνα) — a (written) sheep-skin

14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord will render to him according to his works:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Alexander G223 (Ἀλέξανδρος) — man-defender; Alexander, the name of three Israelites and one other man
  • the coppersmith G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the coppersmith G5471 (χαλκεύς) — a copper-worker or brazier
  • did G1731 (ἐνδείκνυμι) — to indicate (by word or act)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • reward G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • works G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act

15 of whom do thou also beware; for he greatly withstood our words.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:16 · Philippians 3:2 · 2 Timothy 3:8
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Of G5442 (φυλάσσω) — to watch, i.e. be on guard (literally of figuratively); by implication, to preserve, obey, avoid
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • ware G5442 (φυλάσσω) — to watch, i.e. be on guard (literally of figuratively); by implication, to preserve, obey, avoid
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • he hath G436 (ἀνθίστημι) — to stand against, i.e. oppose
  • greatly G3029 (λίαν) — much (adverbially)
  • withstood G436 (ἀνθίστημι) — to stand against, i.e. oppose
  • our G2251 (ἡμέτερος) — our
  • words G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…

16 At my first defence no one took my part, but all forsook me: may it not be laid to their account.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • At G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • answer G627 (ἀπολογία) — a plea ("apology")
  • no man G3762 (οὐδείς) — not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e. none, nobody, nothing
  • stood with G4836 (συμπαραγίνομαι) — to be present together, i.e. to convene; by implication, to appear in aid
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • forsook G1459 (ἐγκαταλείπω) — to leave behind in some place, i.e. (in a good sense) let remain over, or (in a bad sense) to desert
  • that it may G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • be laid G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
  • to their charge G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

17 But the Lord stood by me, and strengthened me; that through me the message might be fully proclaimed, and that all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Notwithstanding G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • stood G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • with me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • strengthened G1743 (ἐνδυναμόω) — to empower
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the preaching G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the preaching G2782 (κήρυγμα) — a proclamation (especially of the gospel; by implication, the gospel itself)
  • might be fully known G4135 (πληροφορέω) — to carry out fully (in evidence), i.e. completely assure (or convince), entirely accomplish
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the Gentiles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • might hear G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • I was delivered G4506 (ῥύομαι) — compare ); to rush or draw (for oneself), i.e. rescue
  • out of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the mouth G4750 (στόμα) — the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or edge (of…
  • of the lion G3023 (λέων) — a "lion"

18 The Lord will deliver me from every evil work, and will save me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be the glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • shall deliver G4506 (ῥύομαι) — compare ); to rush or draw (for oneself), i.e. rescue
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…
  • work G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • will preserve G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • heavenly G2032 (ἐπουράνιος) — above the sky
  • kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • to whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • and ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • and ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future)
  • Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)

19 Salute Prisca and Aquila, and the house of Onesiphorus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Salute G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
  • Prisca G4251 (Πρίσκα) — feminine of Priscus, ancient; Priska, a Christian woman
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Aquila G207 (Ἀκύλας) — Akulas, an Israelite
  • the household G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally or figuratively)
  • of Onesiphorus G3683 (Ὀνησίφορος) — profit-bearer; Onesiphorus, a Christian

20 Erastus remained at Corinth: but Trophimus I left at Miletus sick.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Erastus G2037 (Ἔραστος) — beloved; Erastus, a Christian
  • abode G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Corinth G2882 (Κόρινθος) — Corinthus, a city of Greece
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Trophimus G5161 (Τρόφιμος) — nutritive; Trophimus, a Christian
  • have I left G620 (ἀπολείπω) — to leave behind (passively, remain); by implication, to forsake
  • Miletum G3399 (Μίλητος) — Miletus, a city of Asia Minor
  • sick G770 (ἀσθενέω) — to be feeble (in any sense)

21 Give diligence to come before winter. Eubulus saluteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Do thy diligence G4704 (σπουδάζω) — to use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest
  • to come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • before G4253 (πρό) — "fore", i.e. in front of, prior (figuratively, superior) to
  • winter G5494 (χειμών) — akin to the base of 5490 through the idea of a channel), meaning a storm (as pouring rain); by implication, the rainy season, i.e. winter
  • Eubulus G2103 (Εὔβουλος) — good-willer; Eubulus, a Christian
  • greeteth G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Pudens G4227 (Πούδης) — modest; Pudes (i.e. Pudens), a Christian
  • Linus G3044 (Λίνος) — Linus, a Christian
  • Claudia G2803 (Κλαυδία) — Claudia, a Christian woman
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )

22 The Lord be with thy spirit. Grace be with you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • Grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • he second G1208 (δεύτερος) — (ordinal) second (in time, place, or rank; also adverb)
  • nto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • imothy, G5095 (Τιμόθεος) — dear to God; Timotheus, a Christian
  • rdained G5500 (χειροτονέω) — to be a hand-reacher or voter (by raising the hand), i.e. (generally) to select or appoint
  • he first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • ishop G1985 (ἐπίσκοπος) — a superintendent, i.e. Christian officer in genitive case charge of a (or the) church (literally or figuratively)
  • f the Assembly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • f the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or sain…
  • f the Ephesians, G2180 (Ἐφέσιος) — an Ephesian or inhabitant of Ephesus
  • as written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • rom G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • ome, G4516 (Ῥώμη) — strength; Roma, the capital of Italy
  • hen G3753 (ὅτε) — at which (thing) too, i.e. when
  • aul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • as brought G3936 (παρίστημι) — to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively) to be at hand (or ready), a…
  • efore G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • ero G3505 (Νέρων) — Neron (i.e. Nero), a Roman emperor
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G2541 (Καῖσαρ) — Cæsar, a title of the Roman emperor
  • he second time. G1208 (δεύτερος) — (ordinal) second (in time, place, or rank; also adverb)