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2 TIMOTHY 3:16 — KING JAMES VERSION 0
2 Tim 3:152 Tim 3:17
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness — Paul's theology of scripture: pasa graphē theopneustos (all Scripture God-breathed), characterized by quadruple utility: didaskalia (teaching), elegchos (reproof), epanorthōsis (correction), paideia en dikaiosynē (training in righteousness). Inspiration ensures multipurpose edification.

Church Fathers on 2 Timothy 3:16

“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” [R.V.: Every Scripture inspired of God is also profitable, etc.] Having offered much exhortation and consolation from other sources, he adds that which is more perfect, derived from the Scriptures; and he is reasonably full in offering consolation, because…

Chrysostom · 4th century · Homily 9 on Second Timothy
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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