2 Timothy 2:20-22
New English Translation
20 Now in a wealthy home[a] 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.[b] 21 So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior,[c] he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work. 22 But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others[d] who call on the Lord from a pure heart.[e]
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- 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 2:22 tn Grk “and peace, with those.”
- 2 Timothy 2:22 sn In company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart alludes to the value of the community of believers for the development of Christian virtues.
2 Timothy 2:20-22
World English Bible
20 Now in a large house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of clay. Some are for honor, and some for dishonor. 21 If anyone therefore purges himself from these, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified, and suitable for the master’s use, prepared for every good work.
22 Flee from youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
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