2 Timothy 3:12

King James Version:

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Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

Complete Jewish Bible:

And indeed, all who want to live a godly life united with the Messiah Yeshua will be persecuted,

Berean Standard Bible:

Indeed, all who desire to live godly lives in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

American Standard Version:

Yea, and all that would live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Yea^{G1161}, and^{G2532} all^{G3956} that will^{G2309} live^{G2198} godly^{G2153} in^{G1722} Christ^{G5547} Jesus^{G2424} shall suffer persecution^{G1377}.

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Commentary for 2 Timothy 3:12

2 Timothy 3:12 is a verse from the New Testament of the Christian Bible, specifically from the second letter written by the Apostle Paul to his protégé Timothy. This letter is traditionally considered to be one of the last writings of Paul, penned during his second imprisonment in Rome shortly before his martyrdom. The themes of this verse include the inevitability of persecution for believers and the cost of discipleship.

In the historical context, early Christians faced various forms of persecution, ranging from social ostracism to brutal executions, often at the hands of the Roman Empire. Paul himself was no stranger to suffering for his faith, having been imprisoned, beaten, and shipwrecked, among other trials. The verse reflects the reality of the early church, where living a life dedicated to Christ often led to hardship.

The text specifically speaks to the experience of those who commit to a godly life in Christ Jesus, asserting that such a commitment will not exempt them from suffering but rather will guarantee it. This sobering statement serves both as a warning and an encouragement, preparing believers for the challenges they will face and assuring them that their struggles are part of the Christian journey. It also serves to strengthen the resolve of believers, reminding them of the solidarity they share with Christ and with each other in suffering.

In summary, 2 Timothy 3:12 encapsulates the expectation that faithful Christians will encounter persecution, affirming this as a common experience among those who follow Christ. It is a call to courage and endurance, grounded in the shared hardships of the early Christian community and the example of Jesus himself, who suffered and was ultimately crucified for his ministry and message.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1161
   There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: δέ
   Transliteration: dé
   Pronunciation: deh
   Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English).
   
2. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
3. Strong's Number: G3956
   There are 1075 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πᾶς
   Transliteration: pâs
   Pronunciation: pas
   Description: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever.
   
4. Strong's Number: G2309
   There are 201 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: θέλω
   Transliteration: thélō
   Pronunciation: eth-el-eh'-o
   Description: apparently strengthened from the alternate form of αἱρέομαι; to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas βούλομαι properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose or prefer (literally or figuratively); by implication, to wish, i.e. be inclined to (sometimes adverbially, gladly); impersonally for the future tense, to be about to; by Hebraism, to delight in:--desire, be disposed (forward), intend, list, love, mean, please, have rather, (be) will (have, -ling, - ling(-ly)).
   
5. Strong's Number: G2198
   There are 127 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ζάω
   Transliteration: záō
   Pronunciation: dzah'-o
   Description: a primary verb; to live (literally or figuratively):--life(-time), (a-)live(-ly), quick.
   
6. Strong's Number: G2153
   There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εὐσεβῶς
   Transliteration: eusebōs
   Pronunciation: yoo-seb-oce'
   Description: adverb from εὐσεβής; piously:--godly.
   
7. Strong's Number: G1722
   There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐν
   Transliteration: en
   Pronunciation: en
   Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
   
8. Strong's Number: G5547
   There are 530 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Χριστός
   Transliteration: Christós
   Pronunciation: khris-tos'
   Description: from χρίω; anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus:--Christ.
   
9. Strong's Number: G2424
   There are 935 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Ἰησοῦς
   Transliteration: Iēsoûs
   Pronunciation: ee-ay-sooce'
   Description: of Hebrew origin (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ); Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites:--Jesus.
   
10. Strong's Number: G1377
    There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: διώκω
    Transliteration: diṓkō
    Pronunciation: dee-o'-ko
    Description: a prolonged (and causative) form of a primary verb (to flee; compare the base of δειλός and διάκονος); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute:--ensue, follow (after), given to, (suffer) persecute(-ion), press forward.