2 Timothy 2:24

And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,

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Other Translations for 2 Timothy 2:24

BSB

And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.

AKJV

And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle to all men, apt to teach, patient,

CPDV

For the servant of the Lord must not be contentious, but instead he must be meek toward everyone, teachable, patient,

ERV

And the Lord's servant must not strive, but be gentle towards all, apt to teach, forbearing,

NHEB

The Lord's servant must not quarrel, but be gentle towards all, able to teach, patient,

SMT

And the servant of the Lord must not contend; but be gentle to all, giving instruction, enduring evil,

Word Study (Strong’s) for 2 Timothy 2:24

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Commentary for 2 Timothy 2:24

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of 2 Timothy 2:24

Summary

Servants should be gentle, educate, remain composed

Event

Describing servant qualities

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD