New Testament
Book of 2 Timothy
Probably Paul's last letter. Facing death, he urges Timothy to stay faithful, endure hardship and keep to the Scriptures he has known since childhood.
At a glance
2 Timothy key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 4
- Author
- Paul
- When it was written
- Around AD 64 to 67, from prison in Rome
- Main theme
- Hold on to the gospel and finish well
- Key verse
- 2 Timothy 3:16
Summary
What is 2 Timothy about?
Probably Paul's last letter. Facing death, he urges Timothy to stay faithful, endure hardship and keep to the Scriptures he has known since childhood.
Key verse
A key verse in 2 Timothy
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”
4 chapters
2 Timothy chapters
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Questions
2 Timothy: common questions
Who wrote the book of 2 Timothy?
Paul.
When was 2 Timothy written?
Around AD 64 to 67, from prison in Rome.
What is the book of 2 Timothy about?
Probably Paul's last letter. Facing death, he urges Timothy to stay faithful, endure hardship and keep to the Scriptures he has known since childhood.
How many chapters are in 2 Timothy?
2 Timothy has 4 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in 2 Timothy?
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:” (KJV).
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