2 Timothy 1:13-14

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Timothy 1:8-18

Constancy in the hour of danger. There are great differences of natural temperament in different men. There are those whose courage is naturally high. Their instinct is to brave danger, and to be confident of overcoming it. They do not know what nervousness, or sinking of heart, or the devices of timidity, mean. Others are of a wholly different temperament. The approach of danger unnerves them. Their instinct is to avoid, not to overcome, danger; to shrink from suffering, not to confront... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Timothy 1:13

Hold for hold fast, A.V.; pattern for form, A.V.; from for of, A.V. Hold ( ἔχε ). This use of ἔχειν in the pastoral Epistles is somewhat peculiar. In 1 Timothy 1:19 , ἔχων πίστιν , "holding faith;" in 1 Timothy 3:6 , ἔχοντας τὰ μυστήριον , "holding the mystery of the faith; ' and here, "hold the pattern," etc. It seems to have a more active sense than merely "have," and yet not to have the very active sense of "hold fast." It may, however, well be doubted... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Timothy 1:13

Importance of the form of sound words. "Hold the pattern of sound words." I. THIS INJUNCTION IMPLIES THAT THE DOCTRINES OF THE GOSPEL HAD BEEN ALREADY MOULDED INTO A CERTAIN SHAPE OR SYSTEM WHICH WAS EASILY GRASPED BY THE POPULAR MIND . As necessity arose, there was a restatement, in a new form, of the faith once professed so as to neutralize false theories. Thus the Apostle John recast the doctrine of Christ's manifestation in the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Timothy 1:14

Guard for keep, A.V.; through for by, A.V. That good thing ( τὴν καλὴν παραθήκην , R.T., for παρακαταθήκην ); see 1 Timothy 6:20 , and note. This naturally follows the preceding verse. Faithfulness in maintaining the faith was closely connected with the maintenance of sound words. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Timothy 1:14

The importance of preserving the precious deposit of doctrine. I. THERE IS A SYSTEM OF TRUTH DEPOSITED IN THE HANDS OF THE CHURCH . "That good deposit keep through the Holy Ghost who dwelleth in us." 1 . The truth is not discovered by the Church, but deposited in its keeping. This is the significance of the words of Jude, when he speaks of "the faith once delivered to the saints." That is II. IT IS THE DUTY OF MINISTERS AND MEMBERS OF ... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Timothy 1:13

Hold fast the form of sound words; - see the notes at 1 Timothy 1:3. On the Greek word here rendered “form,” see the notes at 1 Timothy 1:16, where it is rendered pattern. The word means a form, sketch, or imperfect delineation - an outline. Grotius says that it here means “an exemplar, but an exemplar fixed in the mind - an idea.” Calvin says that the command is that he should adhere to the doctrine which he had learned, not only in its substance, but in its form. Dr. Tillotson explains this... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Timothy 1:14

That good thing which was committed unto thee; - see the notes at 1 Timothy 6:20. The reference here in the phrase, “that good thing committed to thee,” is to the sound Christian doctrine with which he had been intrusted, and which he was required to transmit to others.Keep by the Holy Ghost - By the aid of the Holy Spirit. One of the best methods of preserving the knowledge and the love of truth is to cherish the influences of the Holy Spirit. read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 2 Timothy 1:13-14

2 Timothy 1:13-14. Hold fast the form The draught, pattern, or model; (so υποτυπωσις signifies;) of sound words Of pure and salutary doctrine; which thou hast heard of me Hast received repeatedly from my own lips: keep this, not merely in theory, and in thy memory, but in thy heart; in faith and love In that cordial faith and sincere love which are essentially necessary to our being in Christ Jesus, and which will ensure our being owned by him as his true disciples. Macknight... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Timothy 1:1-18

1:1-2:13 ENCOURAGEMENT TO TIMOTHYNeed for courage and faithfulness (1:1-18)Paul recalls the time when he left Timothy behind in Ephesus, and remembers how Timothy wept as they parted. He longs to see him again (1:1-4). No doubt the quality of Timothy’s faith, which so attracted Paul to him, was largely the result of a godly upbringing by those of sincere faith (5). At the beginning of Timothy’s ministry Paul had shown publicly that he believed Timothy to be divinely gifted for his work. He... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Timothy 1:13

fast , Omit. form . Greek. hupotupoais . See 1 Timothy 1:16 . sound . See 1 Timothy 1:10 with 1 Timothy 6:3 . words . App-121 . of = from. Greek. para. App-104 . read more

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