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2 Timothy 2:19-21
New English Translation
2 Timothy 2:19-21
New English Translation
19 However, God’s solid foundation remains standing, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are his,”[a] and “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord[b] must turn away from evil.”
20 Now in a wealthy home[c] there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also ones made of wood and of clay, and some are for honorable use, but others for ignoble use.[d] 21 So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior,[e] he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.
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- 2 Timothy 2:19 sn A quotation from Num 16:5.
- 2 Timothy 2:19 tn Grk “names the name of the Lord.”
- 2 Timothy 2:20 tn Grk “a great house.”
- 2 Timothy 2:20 tn Grk “for dishonor,” probably referring to vessels used for refuse or excrement.
- 2 Timothy 2:21 tn Grk “from these,” alluding to the errors and deeds of the false teachers described in vv. 14-19.
2 Timothy 2:19-21
New International Version
2 Timothy 2:19-21
New International Version
19 Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm,(A) sealed with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,”(B) and, “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord(C) must turn away from wickedness.”
20 In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for special purposes and some for common use.(D) 21 Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be instruments for special purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work.(E)
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