2 Timothy 1:13 kjva — Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus."

— 2 Timothy 1:13, King James Version with Apocrypha

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2 Timothy 1 — Context

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But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:

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Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.

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For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.

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Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.

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That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.

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This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me; of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.

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The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:

2 Timothy 1:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Timothy 1:13 say?
2 Timothy 1:13 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.”
Where is 2 Timothy 1:13 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 1:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 1, verse 13.
Who wrote 2 Timothy?
2 Timothy is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 66–67.
What is the book of 2 Timothy about?
Paul's last letter, written from a Roman prison shortly before his execution. It is a tender, urgent passing-on of the baton: keep the faith, guard the gospel, preach the word, endure hardship. "I have fought a good fight."
What are the major themes of 2 Timothy?
2 Timothy explores themes including Endurance, Scripture, Faithfulness, Preaching, Final Hope. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Timothy 1:13.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 1:13 in?
2 Timothy 1:13 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 2 Timothy 1:13?
2 Timothy 1:13 reads (KJVA): “Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.” 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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