King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
Complete Jewish Bible:
thus anyone who belongs to God may be fully equipped for every good work.
Berean Standard Bible:
so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.
American Standard Version:
that the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
That{G2443} the man{G444} of God{G2316} may be{G5600} perfect{G739}, throughly furnished{G1822} unto{G4314} all{G3956} good{G18} works{G2041}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Ephesians 2:10
- For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
2 Timothy 2:21
- If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, [and] prepared unto every good work.
2 Corinthians 9:8
- And God [is] able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all [things], may abound to every good work:
1 Timothy 6:11
- But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.
Hebrews 10:24
- And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:
Titus 2:14
- Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
Acts 9:36
- ¶ Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.
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Commentary for 2 Timothy 3:17
2 Timothy 3:17 is a verse from the New Testament of the Christian Bible, written by the Apostle Paul to his protégé Timothy. The verse is part of a letter that provides guidance and encouragement to Timothy in his role as a leader in the early Christian church. The historical context of this letter is set during Paul's later years, possibly during his second imprisonment in Rome, when he is passing on his wisdom and preparing the next generation of church leaders.
The theme of the verse is the preparation and equipping of a "man of God," a term used to describe someone dedicated to serving God, particularly in a ministerial or leadership capacity. The verse emphasizes that the purpose of scripture is to provide completeness and thorough preparation for this individual, enabling them to fulfill their role effectively. "Perfect" in this context means mature or complete, indicating that through the instruction and wisdom found in scripture, a person can reach spiritual maturity.
The phrase "thoroughly furnished unto all good works" suggests that scripture equips the believer with everything necessary to perform acts of service and moral excellence. This implies that the Bible is seen as a comprehensive source of guidance for living a life that is pleasing to God, providing knowledge, wisdom, and a moral framework for action.
In summary, 2 Timothy 3:17 underscores the sufficiency and utility of scripture for those in religious service. It conveys that the Bible is an essential tool for spiritual growth and for equipping Christian leaders with the knowledge and moral direction needed to carry out their duties and to lead a life characterized by good works.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G2443
There are 535 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἵνα
Transliteration: hína
Pronunciation: hin'-ah
Description: probably from the same as the former part of ἑαυτοῦ (through the demonstrative idea; compare ὁ); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to. Compare ἵνα μή. - Strong's Number: G444
There are 614 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἄνθρωπος
Transliteration: ánthrōpos
Pronunciation: anth'-ro-pos
Description: from ἀνήρ and (the countenance; from ὀπτάνομαι); man-faced, i.e. a human being:--certain, man. - Strong's Number: G2316
There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: θεός
Transliteration: theós
Pronunciation: theh'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward). - Strong's Number: G5600
There are 62 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὦ
Transliteration: ō
Pronunciation: ay
Description: the subjunctive of εἰμί; (may, might, can, could, would, should, must, etc.; also with εἰ and its comparative, as well as with other particles) be:--+ appear, are, (may, might, should) be, X have, is, + pass the flower of her age, should stand, were. - Strong's Number: G739
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἄρτιος
Transliteration: ártios
Pronunciation: ar'-tee-os
Description: from ἄρτι; fresh, i.e. (by implication) complete:--perfect. - Strong's Number: G1822
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐξαρτίζω
Transliteration: exartízō
Pronunciation: ex-ar-tid'-zo
Description: from ἐκ and a derivative of ἄρτιος; to finish out (time); figuratively, to equip fully (a teacher):--accomplish, thoroughly furnish. - Strong's Number: G4314
There are 674 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πρός
Transliteration: prós
Pronunciation: pros
Description: a strengthened form of πρό; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near to; usually with the accusative case, the place, time, occasion, or respect, which is the destination of the relation, i.e. whither or for which it is predicated):--about, according to , against, among, at, because of, before, between, (where-)by, for, X at thy house, in, for intent, nigh unto, of, which pertain to, that, to (the end that), X together, to (you) -ward, unto, with(-in). In the comparative case, it denotes essentially the same applications, namely, motion towards, accession to, or nearness at. - 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. - Strong's Number: G18
There are 929 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀγαθός
Transliteration: agathós
Pronunciation: ag-ath-os'
Description: a primary word; "good" (in any sense, often as noun):--benefit, good(-s, things), well. Compare καλός. - Strong's Number: G2041
There are 161 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἔργον
Transliteration: érgon
Pronunciation: er'-gon
Description: from a primary (but obsolete) (to work); toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act:--deed, doing, labour, work.