1 Timothy 1:18
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
18 I entrust this charge to you, Timothy, my child, in accordance with the prophetic words once spoken about you.[a] Through them may you fight a good fight(A)
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- 1:18 The prophetic words once spoken about you: the Greek may also be translated, “the prophecies that led (me) to you.” It probably refers to testimonies given by charismatic figures in the Christian communities. Fight a good fight: this translation preserves the play on words in Greek. The Greek terms imply a lengthy engagement in battle and might well be translated “wage a good campaign.”
1 Timothy 1:18
New International Version
The Charge to Timothy Renewed
18 Timothy, my son,(A) I am giving you this command in keeping with the prophecies once made about you,(B) so that by recalling them you may fight the battle well,(C)
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