Key Figures — 2 Timothy 2

2 figures

1. Paul

   Apostle and mentor to Timothy.

   Paul writes to Timothy, encouraging him to be strong in grace, to endure hardship like a good soldier of Christ, and to rightly handle the word of truth.

   Related passages

   • Acts Chapter 9 (Paul's conversion and calling)
   • 1 Timothy Chapter 1 (Paul's instructions to Timothy)

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2. Timothy

   Recipient of the letter and young pastor.

   Timothy is encouraged by Paul to be diligent, to avoid quarrels, and to pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace.

   Related passages

   • 1 Timothy Chapter 4 (Paul's advice to Timothy on leadership)
   • Philippians Chapter 2 (Paul's commendation of Timothy)

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