1 Timothy 2:13 web — For Adam was first formed, then Eve.

World English Bible

"For Adam was first formed, then Eve."

— 1 Timothy 2:13, World English Bible

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1 Timothy 2 — Context

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but (which becomes women professing godliness) with good works.

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Let a woman learn in quietness with all subjection.

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But I don't permit a woman to teach, nor to exercise authority over a man, but to be in quietness.

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For Adam was first formed, then Eve.

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Adam wasn't deceived, but the woman, being deceived, has fallen into disobedience;

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but she will be saved through her childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and sanctification with sobriety.

1 Timothy 2:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 2:13 say?
1 Timothy 2:13 in the World English Bible reads: “For Adam was first formed, then Eve.”
Where is 1 Timothy 2:13 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 2:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 2, verse 13.
Who wrote 1 Timothy?
1 Timothy is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–66.
What is the book of 1 Timothy about?
The first of the "Pastoral Epistles" — Paul's how-to for the young pastor Timothy at Ephesus. He addresses false teachers, qualifications for elders and deacons, the role of men and women in worship, the use of money, and the steady call of gospel ministry.
What are the major themes of 1 Timothy?
1 Timothy explores themes including Sound Doctrine, Pastoral Care, Church Order, Godliness, Contentment. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Timothy 2:13.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 2:13 in?
1 Timothy 2:13 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Timothy 2:13?
1 Timothy 2:13 reads (WEB): “For Adam was first formed, then Eve.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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