2 Timothy 2:15 kjv — Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

King James Version

"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."

— 2 Timothy 2:15, King James Version

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2 Timothy 2 — Context

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If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us:

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If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.

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Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers.

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Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

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But shun profane and vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.

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And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymeneus and Philetus;

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Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.

2 Timothy 2:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Timothy 2:15 say?
2 Timothy 2:15 in the King James Version reads: “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
Where is 2 Timothy 2:15 in the Bible?
2 Timothy 2:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Timothy, chapter 2, verse 15.
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 2:15.
What translation should I read 2 Timothy 2:15 in?
2 Timothy 2:15 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 2:15?
2 Timothy 2:15 reads (KJV): “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” 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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