1 Timothy Benjamin W. Brodie 2008 Translation ............................................... 1 Expanded Translation ..................................... 10 Introduction ............................................. 22 CHAPTER 1 ................................................ 26 CHAPTER 2 ................................................ 62 CHAPTER 3 ............................................... 109 CHAPTER 4 ............................................... 139 CHAPTER 5 ............................................... 169 CHAPTER 6 ............................................... 217 Resources ............................................... 261 Translation Chapter 1 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus, according to the express command of God our Savior, even Christ Jesus our source of confidence, 2 To Timothy, a genuine student in doctrine: Grace, mercy, peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. 3 Since, I called upon you to remain behind in Ephesus while I traveled to Macedonia, so that you might command certain individuals to stop teaching heretical doctrine, 4 Nor to be occupied with myths or distracting enumerations of genealogies, which category of things help promulgate useless speculations rather than the dispensational framework of God which is in the sphere of doctrine. 5 Now the objective of instruction is virtue love out from a pure mentality of the soul and a good conscience and a non-hypocritical doctrinal framework, 6 Away from which some, having missed the mark and gone astray, have turned to empty, fruitless discussion, 7 Desiring to be teachers of the law, neither understanding what they are saying nor what they continually and confidently insist is true. 8 However, we know that the law is noble when a person makes use of it appropriately, 9 Knowing this: that for the righteous one, law does not apply, but for lawless ones and for unruly ones, for ungodly ones and for chronic sinners, for wicked ones and for profane ones, for one who murders his own father and for one who murders his own mother, for murderers, 10 For those who practice sexual immorality, for those who engage in homosexual activity, for slave-traders and kidnappers, for pathological liars, for perjurers, and anything else of a different kind which is contrary to doctrine which is sound and healthy, 11 According to the good news of the glory of the God of happiness, which I was entrusted. 12 I have continual gratitude for Christ Jesus our Lord, Who clothes me with power, because He considered me dependable, having placed me into the ministry, 13 Though I was formerly a slanderer and an arrogant persecutor and a violent man, but I obtained mercy, (since being ignorant, I acted in unbelief). 14 Moreover, the grace of our Lord has super-abounded with doctrine and with the virtue love which is in Christ Jesus. 15 ”Faithful is the Word and worthy of unqualified acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners,” with reference to which I was at the top of the list. 16 Nevertheless, in spite of this, I obtained mercy, in order that in me first, Christ Jesus might demonstrate His perfect patience, as a prototype to those who are destined to believe upon Him for eternal life. 17 Now, to the Sovereign of the ages, the incorruptible, invisible, unique God: honor and glory unto the Ages of the Ages. Acknowledge it. 18 I am depositing this command with you, student Timothy, in accordance with prophetic teachings previously brought forth to you, in order that by them you might keep on fighting an honorable fight. 19 Be having and holding doctrine and a good conscience, which certain individuals, having rejected, have suffered shipwreck concerning the faith, 20 Among whom are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have delivered over to Satan, so that they may be taught not to slander. Chapter 2 1 First of all, therefore, I command that entreaties, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be continually made on behalf of all categories of mankind without distinction, 2 On behalf of rulers and those who are in positions of authority, so that we may lead an undisturbed and tranquil life in the sphere of all godliness and integrity. 3 This is noble and acceptable in the sight of our preserver God, 4 Who wants men everywhere to be preserved and to advance to a full knowledge of doctrine. 5 Now, “there is one God, and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, 6 Who gave Himself as a redemptive ransom for all without distinction extending to one’s own times,” 7 Into which I have been appointed a herald and an apostle – I am speaking the truth; I am not lying – a teacher to the Gentiles in doctrine, even Truth. 8 Therefore, I am making a command decision for the men: Make it a practice to pray in every place, lifting up righteous hands, without anger or a skeptical attitude. 9 Likewise, also, to the women: Make yourselves beautiful on a continuous basis by means of well arranged clothing, associated with inner poise of the soul and self- control, not with emphasis on the latest fancy hair style and gold jewelry, nor pearls or very expensive clothing, 10 But – which is fitting for women who claim they have reached supergrace status – through intrinsically good accomplishments, 11 Let a woman continually learn in silence with complete subjection. 12 Moreover, I do not permit a woman to teach nor to exercise authority over a man, but to be in silence. 13 For Adam was first molded, then Eve, 14 And Adam was not deceived, but that woman, having been completely deceived, came to be in the transgression. 15 Nevertheless, she shall be delivered through the childbirth, if they persist in doctrine and virtue love and sanctification accompanied by good judgment. Chapter 3 1 “Faithful is the Word.” If anyone aspires to the office of guardian of the local church, he has desired an honorable occupation. 2 He is required, therefore, to be the guardian of the local church, above reproach, a one woman kind of man, calm, of sound mind, honorable, hospitable, a skilled teacher, 3 Not drunk on wine, not a brawler, but reasonable, peaceable, free from the love of money, 4 One who rules his own household appropriately, who holds children in subordination with complete seriousness, 5 (In fact, if a man does not know how to rule his own household, how will he take care of God’s church?) 6 Not a new convert, lest becoming blind with arrogance and conceit, he might fall into the condemnation of the devil. 7 Moreover, he is also bound by necessity to possess a noble reputation from those outside, so that he does not fall into disgrace or a snare of the devil. 8 In the same manner, deacons must be worthy of respect, not double-talkers, not addicted to a large quantity of wine, not eager for dishonest profit, 9 Constantly holding the mystery of doctrine with a pure conscience. 10 Moreover, these also are to be first tested and proved, then let them serve if they are above reproach. 11 (Likewise, the wives must be worthy of respect, not slanderers, temperate, faithful in all things). 12 Deacons must be husbands of one wife, ruling their own children and households in a commendable way. 13 For they who have served honorably have acquired for themselves a noble standing and much confidence by means of the doctrine which is in Christ Jesus. 14 These things I am writing to you, although I expect to come face-to-face to you with haste, 15 But if I am delayed, in order that you may know how one is duty bound to behave in the household of God, which keeps on being the living church of God, the pillar and foundation by means of doctrine. 16 Furthermore, by unanimous consent: “Great is the mystery of godliness, which became visible in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was observed by angels, was proclaimed in the nations, became the object of faith in the world, was taken up in glory.” Chapter 4 1 Now the Spirit explicitly reports that in the latter periods of time, some will become apostate from doctrine, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons, 2 Associated with the hypocrisy of pathological liars, having been branded with a red-hot iron in their own conscience, 3 Hindering marriage, commanding abstinence from certain foods, which God created for receiving with thanksgiving by faithful believers, i.e., who have a full knowledge of doctrine. 4 For every kind of creature from God is good and nothing is to be rejected when it is received with thanksgiving, 5 For it is sanctified through the Word of God and prayer. 6 By teaching these things to the brethren with authority, you will be an honorable servant of Christ Jesus, constantly being nourished in the principles of the faith, i.e., the advantageous body of doctrine which you have been concentrating on in the past with the result that you now possess it. 7 Moreover, keep on rejecting profane and elderly women’s fables. Also, keep on exercising yourself for the purpose of godliness. 8 For example, physical exercise is beneficial for a short time, but godliness is beneficial for all time, holding a promise of life for the present and for that which will come. 9 “Faithful is the Word and worthy of unqualified acceptance.” 10 Because of this, we labor to the point of exhaustion and we keep on contending, because we have absolute confidence in the God Who is living, Who keeps on being the Preserver of all manner of men, especially the faithful ones. 11 Be authoritative and keep on teaching these. 12 Stop allowing anyone to look down on you because of youth, but keep on becoming a pattern to believers: in the Word with appropriate behavior, inside the love complex by means of doctrine, in purity.