2 Timothy 4:17

Translations

Modern

But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion.

Traditional

Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and that all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.

Literal

But the Lord stood by me and empowered me, so that through me the proclamation might be fully carried out, and all the Gentiles might hear. And I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.

Latin

Dominus autem mihi astitit, et confortavit me, ut per me prædicatio impleatur, et audiant omnes gentes: et liberatus sum de ore leonis.

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English

But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion.

Notes

2 Timothy 4:17

so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed: Paul used his defense in court to share the good news about Jesus, similar to his past experiences (Acts 22:1–24:27; 26:1–29; see also 2 Timothy 2:9–10; Philippians 1:12–14).
all the Gentiles would hear it: Paul felt he had finished his mission (2 Timothy 4:7–8). The Old Testament prophesies the conversion of nations (for example, Psalm 22:27–29).
from the mouth of a lion: The lion often symbolizes enemies (see Psalms 7:2; 35:17; compare Daniel 6; Hebrews 11:33). Here, it might mean:
- literal lions in the Roman theaters,
- the emperor,
- false teachers, or
- Satan (1 Peter 5:8; compare Psalm 22:21).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

Related verses

1 Peter 5:8
Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.
Philippians 1:12–14
Now I want you to know, brothers, that my circumstances have actually served to advance the gospel.
Psalm 22:21
Save me from the mouth of the lion; at the horns of the wild oxen You have answered me!
1 Samuel 17:37
David added, “The LORD, who delivered me from the claws of the lion and the bear, will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” “Go,” said Saul, “and may the LORD be with you.”
Daniel 6:22
My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, for I was found innocent in His sight, and I have done no wrong against you, O king.”
Acts 18:9–10
One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent.
Acts 9:15
“Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel.
Acts 23:11
The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, “Take courage! As you have testified about Me in Jerusalem, so also you must testify in Rome.”
Hebrews 11:33
…who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions,
Jeremiah 20:10–11
For I have heard the whispering of many: “Terror is on every side! Report him; let us report him!” All my trusted friends watch for my fall: “Perhaps he will be deceived so that we may prevail against him and take our vengeance upon him.”
Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Psalm 109:31
For He stands at the right hand of the needy one, to save him from the condemners of his soul.

Glossary

Kingdom of God, Kingdom of Heaven Paul the Apostle Rome (City) Timothy, Second Letter to Titus, Letter to

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