Book of 2 Timothy
New TestamentPauline Epistle

Book of 2 Timothy

4

Chapters

83

Verses

Paul the Apostle

Author

AD 66-67

Date Written

Overview

2 Timothy is Paul's final letter, passing the torch to Timothy and encouraging faithful ministry.

Purpose

To encourage Timothy to endure in ministry and remain faithful to Scripture.

Historical Context

Written from prison shortly before Paul's execution, his final recorded words.

Name Origins

Greek

II Τιμόθεος

2 Timotheos

Key Themes

EnduranceScriptureMinistryFaithfulnessCrownLast Days

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Book Outline

Encouragement

1:1-18

Fan into flame

Endurance

2:1-26

Soldier, athlete, farmer

Last Days

3:1-17

Difficult times

Charge

4:1-22

Preach the word

Key Verses

All scripture is given by inspiration of God.
2 Timothy 3:16
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course.
2 Timothy 4:7
Study to shew thyself approved unto God.
2 Timothy 2:15

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