1 Timothy 2:5-8
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
5 For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, 6 who gave himself as a ransom for all,[a] the testimony to which was borne at the proper time. 7 For this I was appointed a preacher and apostle (I am telling the truth, I am not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.
8 I desire then that in every place the men should pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling;
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- 2.6 ransom for all: This is why Paul wants prayers for all (verse 1).
1 Timothy 2:5-8
New King James Version
5 (A)For there is one God and (B)one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, 6 (C)who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time, 7 (D)for which I was appointed a preacher and an apostle—I am speaking the truth [a]in Christ and not lying—(E)a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.
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8 I desire therefore that the men pray (F)everywhere, (G)lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting;
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- 1 Timothy 2:7 NU omits in Christ
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