2 Timothy 2:5

And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.

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Other Translations for 2 Timothy 2:5

BSB

Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.

AKJV

And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.

CPDV

Then, too, whoever strives in a competition is not crowned, unless he has competed lawfully.

ERV

And if also a man contend in the games, he is not crowned, except he have contended lawfully.

NHEB

Also, if anyone competes in athletics, he is not crowned unless he has competed by the rules.

SMT

And also if any contend for a prize, he is not crowned, except he contend for a prize lawfully.

Word Study (Strong’s) for 2 Timothy 2:5

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Commentary for 2 Timothy 2:5

Please note: this is not Scripture

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

Overview of 2 Timothy 2:5

Summary

Victory requires lawful competition standards

Event

Paul uses athletic competition metaphor

Estimated Time Period

c. 65 AD