All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
2 Timothy 3:16 KJV
About the Book of 2 Timothy
This is Paul's last letter, written from a Roman prison cell with execution expected. His tone is intimate: he urges Timothy to stay loyal, endure suffering like a soldier, and keep teaching the truth even when people lose interest in it. He reflects that he has run his race and finished the course. He also asks Timothy to come soon and bring his cloak and his scrolls. It reads as a farewell charge from mentor to student.
- Testament: New Testament
- Genre: Letter
- Chapters: 4
- Verses: 83
Who Wrote 2 Timothy, and When?
Author: Traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul.
When it was written: Probably around AD 64 to 67, near the end of Paul's life.
Main Themes in 2 Timothy
- Faithfulness to the end
- Guarding the message
- Scripture's role
A Key Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chapters and verses are in 2 Timothy?
2 Timothy has 4 chapters and 83 verses in the King James Version.
Who wrote 2 Timothy?
Author: Traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul. When it was written: Probably around AD 64 to 67, near the end of Paul's life.
What is 2 Timothy about?
This is Paul's last letter, written from a Roman prison cell with execution expected. His tone is intimate: he urges Timothy to stay loyal, endure suffering like a soldier, and keep teaching the truth even when people lose interest in it. He reflects that he has run his race and finished the course. He also asks Timothy to come soon and bring his cloak and his scrolls. It reads as a farewell charge from mentor to student.
Can I get a random verse from only 2 Timothy?
Yes. This page picks a random verse from 2 Timothy only. Every one of its 83 verses has an equal chance.