Greek diagram of the 2nd chapter of 2Timothy

Terry Cook
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edited November 20 in English Forum

Greetings,

Attached is chapter 2 of Paul's second letter to his beloved Timothy. The diagram is built using a modified Reed/Kellogg sestem designed for English grammar and used during the '60's when I was a boy.

Part of the diagramming process for me is translating the Greek, the TOV is the result:

2  Now then, you my son, do not falter, but be strengthened by the power of the grace that is found in Christ Jesus and take what you and many others have heard me teach, and entrust these things to reliable men, who will in turn be able to teach others. You must endure the same kind of suffering that others are experiencing like a noble soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving in the army gets distracted by matters of everyday life otherwise he will not please the one who recruited him. Similarly, if someone competes in an athletic contest he is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules. The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops. Think about what I am saying for the Lord will give you understanding into all this.

            Keep in mind Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David, in accordance with my gospel, which I am suffering for even to the point of being chained like a criminal (but God’s message is not chained). I am enduring all sorts of suffering because of this Gospel and for the sake of the elect that they too may obtain the salvation that comes through Christ Jesus and brings eternal glory. This is a trustworthy saying:

            If we died with him, we will also live with him, If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we disown him, he will also disown us. If we are unfaithful, he will remain faithful;

for he cannot disown himself.

            Make it a regular practice to remind people of these things and warn them in the presence of God against quarreling over words. These kinds of disputes serve no useful purpose; instead, they upset those who listen. Make every effort to present yourself to God as a proven worker who does not need to be ashamed and who accurately teaches the word of truth. Avoid profane and godless chatter because it drives people further away from God and things that are said can spread like the plague. Among those doing this are Hymenaeus and Philetus... the very ones who have wandered away from the truth saying the resurrection has already taken place! Their lies are upsetting the faith of the few who believe them. Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm sealed with this inscription:

"The Lord knows those who are his" and

"Let everyone who calls upon the name of

the Lord turn away from wickedness."

            Now, in a wealthy home there are not only utensils of gold and silver, but also of wood and baked clay; some are for grand purposes and some for degrading. If someone keeps himself clean from what is degrading, he will be an instrument set apart and useful for grand and noble purposes, holy and useful to the master and ready for every good work.

            Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. Don’t have anything to do with foolish controversies and senseless arguments because you know they generate conflicts. A servant of the Lord must not be combative but instead, he must be kind to everyone; he must be a skilled teacher and tolerant of those who disagree with him, gently correcting in the hope that God will grant them repentance; a repentance that will lead them to knowledge of the truth. Then, perhaps, they will come to their senses and escape from the devil's trap having been captured by him to do his will.

5758.2Timothy 2.zip 

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