2 Timothy 2:5

Translations

Modern

Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.

Traditional

And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.

Literal

Now also, if anyone competes, he is not crowned unless he shall have competed lawfully.

Latin

Nam et qui certat in agone, non coronatur nisi legitime certaverit.

Original

Greek

English

Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.

Notes

2 Timothy 2:4–7

Paul quickly quotes a series of sayings about hard work, struggle, and reward.

2 Timothy 2:1–13

Timothy is again told to be strong and endure suffering with Paul (2:1–7; see 1:8). Timothy should find motivation in the good news about Jesus and in Paul's example (2:8–13).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) The Growth of the Church

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