2 TIMOTHY 2:19 — KING JAMES VERSION 0
“Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.”
But God's firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: 'The Lord knows those who are his,' and 'Let everyone who names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity.' — The themelios (foundation) of God's house proves asaleutos (unshakeable) despite false teachers. Two imperatives: God's omniscience (oida) regarding his elect, and the community's obligation to depart (aphistēmi) from unrighteousness.
Church Fathers on 2 Timothy 2:19
“Nevertheless,” he says, “the foundation of God stands sure, having this seal, The Lord knows them that are His. And, Let every one that names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity.” He shows that even before they were subverted, they were not firm. For otherwise, they would not have been overthrown at the first attack, as Adam was firm before the commandment. For those who are fixed not only are not harmed through deceivers, but are even admired. And he calls it…
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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