2 Timothy 1:6 - An Understandable Version (2005 edition)6 The reason I am reminding you [of these things] is so that you will rekindle the gift from God, which is in your life through the laying on my hands. [Note: This “gift” was probably his ordination to serve as an evangelist (See 4:1-5), and in addition, may have included a supernatural “spiritual gift” bestowed by the apostle Paul]. Ver CapítuloMás versionesKing James Version (Oxford) 17696 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. Ver CapítuloAmplified Bible - Classic Edition6 That is why I would remind you to stir up (rekindle the embers of, fan the flame of, and keep burning) the [gracious] gift of God, [the inner fire] that is in you by means of the laying on of my hands [with those of the elders at your ordination]. Ver CapítuloAmerican Standard Version (1901)6 For which cause I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee through the laying on of my hands. Ver CapítuloCommon English Bible6 Because of this, I’m reminding you to revive God’s gift that is in you through the laying on of my hands. Ver CapítuloCatholic Public Domain Version6 Because of this, I admonish you to revive the grace of God, which is in you by the imposition of my hands. Ver Capítulo |
Remind them [Note: This probably refers to the “trustworthy men” there at Ephesus. See 2:2] of these things [i.e., the truths just mentioned. Verses 8-13], solemnly urging them, in the presence of the Lord, not to argue over words, [for] it is useless and brings [only] ruin to those who listen to it.
and of teaching about immersions [Note: The use of the plural word here suggests teaching on the distinctions between Jewish washings and John’s and Christian immersion, whether in water or the Holy Spirit. See Acts 19:1-7], and about placing hands on people [Note: This act was practiced in the appointment of church leaders, in healing sick people and to impart supernatural gifts], and about people being raised from the dead and about never ending judgment.