2 Timothy 2:19

Translations

Modern

Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”

Traditional

Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.

Literal

Nevertheless, the firm foundation of God has stood, having this seal: “The Lord knows those being His,” and, “Let everyone naming the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness.”

Latin

Sed firmum fundamentum Dei stat, habens signaculum hoc: cognovit Dominus qui sunt ejus, et discedat ab iniquitate omnis qui nominat nomen Domini.

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English

Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”

Notes

2 Timothy 2:19

Paul assures Timothy that false teachings will not succeed. He emphasizes the importance of being pure (see 3:9).
firm foundation: This metaphor emphasizes safety from destruction (Isaiah 28:16). It may suggest a temple (see also 1 Timothy 3:15; 1 Corinthians 3:11; Ephesians 2:20; 1 Peter 2:4–7; Revelation 21:14).
The Lord knows: This quote refers to Numbers 16:5.
"Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity": See Isaiah 52:11; compare Numbers 16:26–27; Leviticus 24:16; Psalm 6:8.

2 Timothy 2:14–26

Timothy must focus on Paul's teaching and avoid the teachings and behavior of false teachers 2:8–13. The false teachings were probably similar to those in 1 Timothy 6:20–21.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Church Leaders

Related verses

John 10:14
I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep and My sheep know Me,
1 Corinthians 8:3
But the one who loves God is known by God.
Nahum 1:7
The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him.
1 John 3:7–10
Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous.
Numbers 16:5
Then he said to Korah and all his followers, “Tomorrow morning the LORD will reveal who belongs to Him and who is holy, and He will bring that person near to Himself. The one He chooses He will bring near to Himself.
John 10:27–30
My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.
Luke 13:27
And he will answer, ‘I tell you, I do not know where you are from. Depart from me, all you evildoers.’
Colossians 3:5–8
Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry.
Galatians 4:9
But now that you know God, or rather are known by God, how is it that you are turning back to those weak and worthless principles? Do you wish to be enslaved by them all over again?
Revelation 3:8
I know your deeds. Behold, I have placed before you an open door, which no one can shut. I know that you have only a little strength, yet you have kept My word and have not denied My name.
Psalm 37:27–28
Turn away from evil and do good, so that you will abide forever.
Revelation 22:4
They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads.

Glossary

Haggai, Book of Resurrection Timothy, Second Letter to

Topics

Christian Minister: Charge Delivered To Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Foundation: Decrees and Purposes of God God: Knowledge of Holiness: General Scriptures Concerning Jesus, the Christ: |In his Name|: To be Confessed Righteous: Described Seal: A Stamp Used for Signifying Documents: Engraved Seals: Inscriptions Upon, Alluded To Seals: Security Sin: should be Departed From Strong Foundation The Wisdom of God: Exhibited in Knowing: His Saints

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