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And I will be filled with joy when we are together again.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_timothy/1.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/2_timothy/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />longing to see you, recalling your tears, so that I may be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_timothy/1.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_timothy/1.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_timothy/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />longing to see you, even as I recall your tears, so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_timothy/1.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />longing to see you, even as I recall your tears, so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_timothy/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />longing to see you, even as I recall your tears, so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />longing to see you, having remembered your tears, so that I may be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_timothy/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and as I recall your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_timothy/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Remembering your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Remembering your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_timothy/1.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />longing to see thee, remembering thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_timothy/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I remember how you cried, and I want to see you, because this would make me truly happy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_timothy/1.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />longing to see thee, remembering thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_timothy/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I remember your tears and want to see you so that I can be filled with happiness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_timothy/1.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I remember your tears, and I want to see you very much, so that I may be filled with joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_timothy/1.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />recalling your tears and longing to see you so that I can be filled with joy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_timothy/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_timothy/1.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />As I remember your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_timothy/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />longing to see you, remembering your tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_timothy/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/2_timothy/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />being always mindful of your tears, and longing to see you that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_timothy/1.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />longing to see you, remembering your tears, that I may be filled with joy; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_timothy/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />desiring to see you greatly, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/2_timothy/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />longing to see you, recalling your tears, so that I may be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_timothy/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> desiring greatly to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that with joy I may be filled,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_timothy/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Desiring earnestly to see thee, remembering thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_timothy/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_timothy/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />desiring to see you, recalling your tears so as to be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_timothy/1.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />I yearn to see you again, recalling your tears, so that I may be filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_timothy/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_timothy/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />I am anxious to see you; I still remember your tears; I am filled with joy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_timothy/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And I long to see you and I remember your tears, so that I am filled with joy<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/2_timothy/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/2_timothy/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />longing to see you, remembering your tears, in order that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/2_timothy/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />earnestly desiring to see thee, remembering thy tears, that I might be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/2_timothy/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />when I call to mind your affliction, it makes me ardently desire the exceeding pleasure I shall have in seeing you:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/2_timothy/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />being always mindful of your tears, and longing to see you that I may be filled with joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/2_timothy/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />longing to see you, remembering your tears, that I may be filled with joy;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/2_timothy/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />greatly desiring to see thee, (for I remember thy tears,) that I may be filled with joy:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_timothy/1-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FxoCLii8Z48?start=29" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Encouragement to Be Faithful</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3</span>I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience as did my forefathers, as I constantly remember you night and day in my prayers. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/3403.htm" title="3403: memnēmenos (V-RPM/P-NMS) -- To remember, call to mind, recall, mention. A prolonged form of mnaomai; to remind, i.e. to recall to mind.">Recalling</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: sou (PPro-G2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1144.htm" title="1144: dakryōn (N-GNP) -- A tear. Or dakruon dak'-roo-on; of uncertain affinity; a tear.">tears,</a> <a href="/greek/1971.htm" title="1971: epipothōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- From epi and potheo; to dote upon, i.e. Intensely crave possession.">I long</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: idein (V-ANA) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">to see</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: se (PPro-A2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">so that</a> <a href="/greek/4137.htm" title="4137: plērōthō (V-ASP-1S) -- From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc.">I may be filled</a> <a href="/greek/5479.htm" title="5479: charas (N-GFS) -- Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.">with joy.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">5</span>I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-8.htm">Philippians 1:8</a></span><br />God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/3-6.htm">1 Thessalonians 3:6</a></span><br />But just now, Timothy has returned from his visit with the good news about your faith, your love, and the fond memories you have preserved, longing to see us just as we long to see you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/7-7.htm">2 Corinthians 7:7</a></span><br />and not only by his arrival, but also by the comfort he had received from you. He told us about your longing, your mourning, and your zeal for me, so that I rejoiced all the more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-11.htm">Romans 1:11</a></span><br />For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/20-37.htm">Acts 20:37-38</a></span><br />They all wept openly as they embraced Paul and kissed him. / They were especially grieved by his statement that they would never see his face again. Then they accompanied him to the ship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/20-41.htm">1 Samuel 20:41</a></span><br />When the young man had gone, David got up from the south side of the stone, fell facedown, and bowed three times. Then he and Jonathan kissed each other and wept together—though David wept more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/45-14.htm">Genesis 45:14-15</a></span><br />Then Joseph threw his arms around his brother Benjamin and wept, and Benjamin wept as they embraced. / Joseph kissed each of his brothers as he wept over them. And afterward his brothers talked with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/2-17.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:17</a></span><br />Brothers, although we were torn away from you for a short time (in person, not in heart), our desire to see you face to face was even more intense.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/2-4.htm">2 Corinthians 2:4</a></span><br />For through many tears I wrote you out of great distress and anguish of heart, not to grieve you but to let you know how much I love you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_john/1-12.htm">2 John 1:12</a></span><br />I have many things to write to you, but I would prefer not to do so with paper and ink. Instead, I hope to come and speak with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/3_john/1-14.htm">3 John 1:14</a></span><br />Instead, I hope to see you soon and speak with you face to face. Peace to you. The friends here send you greetings. Greet each of our friends there by name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/33-4.htm">Genesis 33:4</a></span><br />Esau, however, ran to him and embraced him, threw his arms around his neck, and kissed him. And they both wept.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/20-19.htm">Acts 20:19</a></span><br />I served the Lord with great humility and with tears, especially in the trials that came upon me through the plots of the Jews.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/1-10.htm">1 Samuel 1:10</a></span><br />In her bitter distress, Hannah prayed to the LORD and wept with many tears.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/46-29.htm">Genesis 46:29</a></span><br />Joseph prepared his chariot and went there to meet his father Israel. Joseph presented himself to him, embraced him, and wept profusely.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy;</p><p class="hdg">desiring.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_timothy/4-9.htm">2 Timothy 4:9,21</a></b></br> Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/1-11.htm">Romans 1:11</a></b></br> For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/romans/15-30.htm">Romans 15:30-32</a></b></br> Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in <i>your</i> prayers to God for me; … </p><p class="hdg">being.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/20-19.htm">Acts 20:19,31,37,38</a></b></br> Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/7-17.htm">Revelation 7:17</a></b></br> For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/21-4.htm">Revelation 21:4</a></b></br> And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.</p><p class="hdg">filled.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/126-5.htm">Psalm 126:5</a></b></br> They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/61-3.htm">Isaiah 61:3</a></b></br> To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/31-13.htm">Jeremiah 31:13</a></b></br> Then shall the virgin rejoice in the dance, both young men and old together: for I will turn their mourning into joy, and will comfort them, and make them rejoice from their sorrow.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-16.htm">Always</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-8.htm">Desiring</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-12.htm">Earnestly</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-13.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-1.htm">Full</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-8.htm">Greatly</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-16.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-9.htm">Keeping</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-17.htm">Longing</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-3.htm">Memory</a> <a href="/colossians/4-18.htm">Mindful</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-3.htm">Night</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-9.htm">Recall</a> <a href="/ezekiel/29-16.htm">Recalling</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-3.htm">Remember</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-3.htm">Remembering</a> <a href="/philippians/3-18.htm">Tears</a> <a href="/philippians/3-18.htm">Weeping</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_timothy/3-7.htm">Always</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-17.htm">Desiring</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-14.htm">Earnestly</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-17.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-18.htm">Full</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-15.htm">Greatly</a> <a href="/philemon/1-7.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/titus/1-9.htm">Keeping</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-16.htm">Longing</a> <a href="/hebrews/6-10.htm">Memory</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-5.htm">Mindful</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-4.htm">Night</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-5.htm">Recall</a> <a href="/job/11-16.htm">Recalling</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-8.htm">Remember</a> <a href="/psalms/103-14.htm">Remembering</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-7.htm">Tears</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-7.htm">Weeping</a><div class="vheading2">2 Timothy 1</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_timothy/1-1.htm">Paul's love to Timothy, and unfeigned confidence in Timothy himself, his mother, and grandmother.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_timothy/1-6.htm">He is exhorted to stir up the gift of God which was in him;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_timothy/1-8.htm">to be steadfast and patient in persecution;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_timothy/1-13.htm">and to persist in the form and truth of that doctrine which he had learned of him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_timothy/1-15.htm">Phygellus and Hermogenes, and such like, are noted, and Onesiphorus is highly commended.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The tears likely refer to a previous parting, possibly when Paul was arrested or when Timothy was left in Ephesus. In the cultural context of the time, tears were a common expression of sincere emotion and affection, especially in farewells. This reflects the genuine love and concern Paul had for Timothy, akin to a father-son relationship. The mention of tears also highlights the trials and persecutions faced by early Christians, emphasizing the cost of discipleship.<p><b>I long to see you</b><br>Paul's desire to see Timothy underscores the importance of personal fellowship and mentorship in the early church. This longing is not just personal but also spiritual, as Paul seeks to encourage and strengthen Timothy in his ministry. The geographical distance between them, with Paul likely in a Roman prison and Timothy in Ephesus, adds to the poignancy of this longing. The early church placed great value on face-to-face interactions, which were crucial for teaching, encouragement, and the transmission of apostolic authority.<p><b>so that I may be filled with joy</b><br>Paul's joy is deeply connected to his relationship with Timothy and the mutual faith they share. This joy is not merely emotional but is rooted in the spiritual growth and perseverance of Timothy in the faith. The joy Paul anticipates is a reflection of the joy found in Christian fellowship and the shared mission of spreading the Gospel. This phrase also echoes the broader biblical theme of joy in the midst of trials, as seen in other scriptures such as <a href="/philippians/1-3.htm">Philippians 1:3-5</a> and <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-19.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:19-20</a>, where joy is linked to the faithfulness and growth of fellow believers.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a></b><br>The apostle and spiritual mentor to Timothy, writing this letter from prison, likely in Rome, during his final imprisonment.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a></b><br>A young pastor and close companion of Paul, who is the recipient of this letter. Timothy is in Ephesus, where he is leading the church.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/tears.htm">Tears</a></b><br>This refers to a previous emotional parting between Paul and Timothy, highlighting their deep bond and Timothy's sincere faith.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/joy.htm">Joy</a></b><br>The anticipated emotional response Paul expects upon reuniting with Timothy, reflecting the deep spiritual and personal connection they share.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/ephesus.htm">Ephesus</a></b><br>The city where Timothy is ministering, known for its challenges, including false teachings and cultural opposition to the Gospel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_relationships.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Relationships</a></b><br>Paul and Timothy's relationship exemplifies the deep bonds that can form through shared faith and ministry. Believers are encouraged to cultivate such relationships within their own communities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/emotional_expression_in_faith.htm">Emotional Expression in Faith</a></b><br>The mention of tears and joy highlights the role of emotions in the Christian life. It's important to acknowledge and express emotions as part of a healthy spiritual journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/longing_for_fellowship.htm">Longing for Fellowship</a></b><br>Paul's longing to see Timothy reflects the value of Christian fellowship. In a world where isolation is common, believers should prioritize gathering with others for mutual encouragement and joy.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_mentorship.htm">The Role of Mentorship</a></b><br>Paul’s relationship with Timothy underscores the importance of mentorship in spiritual growth. Mature believers are encouraged to invest in the next generation of Christians.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/joy_in_reunions.htm">Joy in Reunions</a></b><br>The anticipated joy of reunion with fellow believers points to the ultimate joy of eternal reunion with Christ and the broader body of believers in heaven.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_timothy_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Timothy 1</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/purpose_of_second_council_of_nicea.htm">Do I remember you fondly every time?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_was_antioch_church_important.htm">What is the significance of the Church at Thessalonica?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_i_remember_you_fondly_every_time.htm">Do I remember you fondly every time?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_paul's_distress_in_2_cor_2_4_genuine.htm">In 2 Corinthians 2:4, is Paul’s emotional distress genuine or a literary device to manipulate his readers? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_timothy/1.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) <span class= "bld">Greatly desiring to see thee.</span>--In view of that violent death which, at this time a close prisoner, he saw was imminent, the memory, too, of the tears of his friend made him long yet more earnestly to see him once again on earth.<p><span class= "bld">Being mindful of thy tears.</span>--Shed probably by Timothy when his aged master had last taken leave of him. It is likely that the clouds of danger which were gathering thickly round St. Paul towards the close of his career had oppressed the brave-hearted Apostle with a foreboding of coming evil, and had invested the last parting with Timothy with circumstances of unusual solemnity. St. Paul had affected others besides Timothy with the same great love, so that tears were shed by strong men when he bade them farewell. (See the account of the leave-taking of the Ephesian elders at Miletus, <a href="/context/acts/20-37.htm" title="And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul's neck, and kissed him,">Acts 20:37-38</a>--"And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul's neck, and kissed him, sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more.")<p>There is no necessity for Hofmann's singular, but rather far-fetched, theory here that the tears were simply an expression for Timothy's intense sorrow at hearing of the Apostle's arrest and close imprisonment, which sorrow St. Paul was made acquainted with in a letter. The tears, according to Hofmann, were those "welche Timotheus brieflich geweint hat."<p><span class= "bld">That I may be filled with joy.</span>--When he meets Timothy again.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_timothy/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="accented">Longing</span> for <span class="accented">greatly desiring</span>, A.V.; <span class="accented">remembering</span> for <span class="accented">being mindful of</span>, A.V. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_timothy/1-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">Recalling</span><br /><span class="grk">μεμνημένος</span> <span class="translit">(memnēmenos)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3403.htm">Strong's 3403: </a> </span><span class="str2">To remember, call to mind, recall, mention. A prolonged form of mnaomai; to remind, i.e. to recall to mind.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your</span><br /><span class="grk">σου</span> <span class="translit">(sou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> </span><span class="str2">You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">tears,</span><br /><span class="grk">δακρύων</span> <span class="translit">(dakryōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1144.htm">Strong's 1144: </a> </span><span class="str2">A tear. Or dakruon dak'-roo-on; of uncertain affinity; a tear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I long</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐπιποθῶν</span> <span class="translit">(epipothōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1971.htm">Strong's 1971: </a> </span><span class="str2">From epi and potheo; to dote upon, i.e. Intensely crave possession.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to see</span><br /><span class="grk">ἰδεῖν</span> <span class="translit">(idein)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> </span><span class="str2">Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you</span><br /><span class="grk">σε</span> <span class="translit">(se)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 2nd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> </span><span class="str2">You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so that</span><br /><span class="grk">ἵνα</span> <span class="translit">(hina)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> </span><span class="str2">In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">I may be filled</span><br /><span class="grk">πληρωθῶ</span> <span class="translit">(plērōthō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 1st Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4137.htm">Strong's 4137: </a> </span><span class="str2">From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with joy.</span><br /><span class="grk">χαρᾶς</span> <span class="translit">(charas)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5479.htm">Strong's 5479: </a> </span><span class="str2">Joy, gladness, a source of joy. 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