2 Timothy 1:17 asv — but, when he was in Rome, he sought me diligently, and found me

American Standard Version

"but, when he was in Rome, he sought me diligently, and found me "

— 2 Timothy 1:17, American Standard Version

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2 Timothy 1 — Context

14

That good thing which was committed unto thee guard through the Holy Spirit which dwelleth in us.

15

This thou knowest, that all that are in Asia turned away from me; of whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes.

16

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

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but, when he was in Rome, he sought me diligently, and found me

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(the Lord grant unto him to find mercy of the Lord in that day); and in how many things he ministered at Ephesus, thou knowest very well.

2 Timothy 1:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Timothy 1:17 say?
2 Timothy 1:17 in the American Standard Version reads: “but, when he was in Rome, he sought me diligently, and found me ”
Where is 2 Timothy 1:17 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 1:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 1, verse 17.
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 1:17.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 1:17 in?
2 Timothy 1:17 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 1:17?
2 Timothy 1:17 reads (ASV): “but, when he was in Rome, he sought me diligently, and found me ” 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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