1 Timothy 6:18

Translations

Modern

Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,

Traditional

That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

Literal

…to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous in distributing, ready to share,

Latin

…bene agere, divites fieri in bonis operibus, facile tribuere, communicare,

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English

Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,

Notes

1 Timothy 6:17–18

for us to enjoy: Christian hope encourages us to manage resources responsibly (Genesis 1:28–30; 2:15). We should use our resources for enjoyment and to share Christ’s love with others (see 1 Timothy 4:3–5; Psalm 145:16; Acts 14:17; see Luke 12:16–34; 2 Corinthians 8:1–9:15).

1 Timothy 6:17–19

According to 6:11–16, it is unwise to value the temporary wealth of this age (James 5:3). It is wiser to gather treasure for the future age by trusting in God, doing good deeds, and showing generosity and love to others (see 1 Timothy 1:5).

1 Timothy 6:2–21

The final major part of the letter focuses on Timothy's need to challenge the false teachers. This section mirrors the structure of 1:3–20.

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