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And I know that same faith continues strong in you. <a href="/esv/2_timothy/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. <a href="/bsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> 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. <a href="/blb/2_timothy/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> having taken remembrance of the sincere faith within you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that it is in you also. <a href="/kjv/2_timothy/1.htm">King James Bible</a> When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. <a href="/nkjv/2_timothy/1.htm">New King James Version</a> when I call to remembrance the genuine faith that is in you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded is in you also. <a href="/nasb_/2_timothy/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelled in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well. <a href="/nasb/2_timothy/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well. <a href="/nasb77/2_timothy/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well. <a href="/lsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> being reminded of the unhypocritical faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced that it is in you as well. <a href="/amp/2_timothy/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> I remember your sincere and unqualified faith [the surrendering of your entire self to God in Christ with confident trust in His power, wisdom and goodness, a faith] which first lived in [the heart of] your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am confident that it is in you as well. <a href="/csb/2_timothy/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> I recall your sincere faith that first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and now, I am convinced, is in you also. <a href="/hcsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> clearly recalling your sincere faith that first lived in your grandmother Lois, then in your mother Eunice, and that I am convinced is in you also. <a href="/asv/2_timothy/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> having been reminded of the unfeigned faith that is in thee; which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and, I am persuaded, in thee also. <a href="/cev/2_timothy/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I also remember the genuine faith of your mother Eunice. Your grandmother Lois had the same sort of faith, and I am sure you have it as well. <a href="/erv/2_timothy/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> having been reminded of the unfeigned faith that is in thee; which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and, I am persuaded, in thee also. <a href="/gwt/2_timothy/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> I'm reminded of how sincere your faith is. That faith first lived in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice. I'm convinced that it also lives in you. <a href="/gnt/2_timothy/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> I remember the sincere faith you have, the kind of faith that your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice also had. I am sure that you have it also. <a href="/isv/2_timothy/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first existed in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced that this faith also exists in you. <a href="/msb/2_timothy/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> 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. <a href="/net/2_timothy/1.htm">NET Bible</a> I recall your sincere faith that was alive first in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice, and I am sure is in you. <a href="/nheb/2_timothy/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> having been reminded of the unfeigned faith that is in you; which lived first in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice, and, I am persuaded, in you also. <a href="/wbt/2_timothy/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. <a href="/wey/2_timothy/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For I recall the sincere faith which is in your heart--a faith which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and then in your mother Eunice, and, I am fully convinced, now dwells in you also. <a href="/web/2_timothy/1.htm">World English Bible</a> having been reminded of the sincere faith that is in you, which lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, in you also. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_timothy/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> taking remembrance of the unhypocritical faith that is in you, that first dwelt in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that also in you. <a href="/blb/2_timothy/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> having taken remembrance of the sincere faith within you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that it is in you also. <a href="/ylt/2_timothy/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> taking remembrance of the unfeigned faith that is in thee, that dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice, and I am persuaded that also in thee. <a href="/slt/2_timothy/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Receiving the report of unfeigned faith in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_timothy/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Calling to mind that faith which is in thee unfeigned, which also dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and in thy mother Eunice, and I am certain that in thee also. <a href="/cpdv/2_timothy/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> calling to mind the same faith, which is in you unfeigned, which also first dwelt in your grandmother, Lois, and in your mother, Eunice, and also, I am certain, in you. <a href="/nabre/2_timothy/1.htm">New American Bible</a> as I recall your sincere faith that first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and that I am confident lives also in you. <a href="/nrsvce/2_timothy/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, lives in you.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_timothy/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Especially when I am reminded of your true faith, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice; and I am sure now in you also. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_timothy/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> By the recollection which I have of your true faith, which began first in your mother's mother, Lois, and in your mother Euniqay, and I am convinced that it is in you also.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/2_timothy/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> for I remember the unfeigned faith that is in you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois, and in your mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that it dwells in you also.<CM> <a href="/godbey/2_timothy/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> having received the remembrance of the unhypocritical faith which is in you; which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice; and, I am persuaded that it is in you also. <a href="/haweis/2_timothy/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> recalling to my memory the unfeigned faith which was in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and in thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that it is in thee also. <a href="/mace/2_timothy/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> especially when I reflect upon the sincerity of your faith, and the attachment your grand-mother Lois first show'd, and then your mother Eunice, examples which I am persuaded you will follow. <a href="/wey/2_timothy/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> For I recall the sincere faith which is in your heart--a faith which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and then in your mother Eunice, and, I am fully convinced, now dwells in you also. <a href="/worrell/2_timothy/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> having a remembrance of the unfeigned faith which is in you; which, indeed, dwelt first in your grand-mother Lois, and your mother Eunice; and, I have become persuaded, in you also. <a href="/worsley/2_timothy/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> keeping in memory the unfeigned faith, that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice: and I am persuaded that it dwells in thee also; <a href="/parallel/2_timothy/1-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FxoCLii8Z48?start=36" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_timothy/1.htm">Encouragement to Be Faithful</a> …4Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy. 5<a href="/greek/2983.htm" title="2983: labōn (V-APA-NMS) -- (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. "></a> <a href="/greek/5280.htm" title="5280: hypomnēsin (N-AFS) -- Remembrance, recollection, putting in mind; a reminder. From hupomimnesko; a reminding or recollection.">I am reminded</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: soi (PPro-D2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/505.htm" title="505: anypokritou (Adj-GFS) -- Unfeigned, without hypocrisy, sincere. Undissembled, i.e. Sincere.">sincere</a> <a href="/greek/4102.htm" title="4102: pisteōs (N-GFS) -- Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. ">faith,</a> <a href="/greek/3748.htm" title="3748: hētis (RelPro-NFS) -- Whosoever, whichsoever, whatsoever. ">which</a> <a href="/greek/4412.htm" title="4412: prōton (Adv-S) -- First, in the first place, before, formerly. Neuter of protos as adverb; firstly.">first</a> <a href="/greek/1774.htm" title="1774: enōkēsen (V-AIA-3S) -- To dwell in, be settled (stationary) in; met: To be indwelling. From en and oikeo; to inhabit.">dwelt</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</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: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3125.htm" title="3125: mammē (N-DFS) -- A grandmother. Of natural origin; a grandmother.">grandmother</a> <a href="/greek/3090.htm" title="3090: Lōidi (N-DFS) -- Lois, grandmother of Timothy. Of uncertain origin; Lois, a Christian woman.">Lois</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</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: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3384.htm" title="3384: mētri (N-DFS) -- A mother. Apparently a primary word; a mother.">mother</a> <a href="/greek/2131.htm" title="2131: Eunikē (N-DFS) -- Eunice, mother of Timothy. From eu and nike; victorious; Eunice, a Jewess.">Eunice,</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">and</a> <a href="/greek/3982.htm" title="3982: pepeismai (V-RIM/P-1S) -- A primary verb; to convince; by analogy, to pacify or conciliate; reflexively or passively, to assent, to rely.">I am convinced</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because."></a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">is in</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: soi (PPro-D2S) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">as well.</a> 6For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/16-1.htm">Acts 16:1</a> Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where he found a disciple named Timothy, the son of a believing Jewish woman and a Greek father. <a href="/2_timothy/3-14.htm">2 Timothy 3:14-15</a> But as for you, continue in the things you have learned and firmly believed, since you know from whom you have learned them. / From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. <a href="/proverbs/22-6.htm">Proverbs 22:6</a> Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. <a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a> These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. <a href="/acts/18-24.htm">Acts 18:24-28</a> Meanwhile a Jew named Apollos, a native of Alexandria, came to Ephesus. He was an eloquent man, well versed in the Scriptures. / He had been instructed in the way of the Lord and was fervent in spirit. He spoke and taught accurately about Jesus, though he knew only the baptism of John. / And he began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they took him aside and explained to him the way of God more accurately. ... <a href="/1_timothy/1-5.htm">1 Timothy 1:5</a> The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith. <a href="/philippians/1-5.htm">Philippians 1:5</a> because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, <a href="/romans/1-12.htm">Romans 1:12</a> that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. <a href="/1_corinthians/16-13.htm">1 Corinthians 16:13</a> Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. <a href="/hebrews/11-1.htm">Hebrews 11:1</a> Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see. <a href="/1_peter/1-7.htm">1 Peter 1:7</a> so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. <a href="/1_john/5-4.htm">1 John 5:4</a> because everyone born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world: our faith. <a href="/genesis/18-19.htm">Genesis 18:19</a> For I have chosen him, so that he will command his children and his household after him to keep the way of the LORD by doing what is right and just, in order that the LORD may bring upon Abraham what He has promised.” <a href="/joshua/24-15.htm">Joshua 24:15</a> But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD!” <a href="/psalms/78-5.htm">Psalm 78:5-7</a> For He established a testimony in Jacob and appointed a law in Israel, which He commanded our fathers to teach to their children, / that the coming generation would know them—even children yet to be born—to arise and tell their own children / that they should put their confidence in God, not forgetting His works, but keeping His commandments.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in you, which dwelled first in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in you also.I call.<a href="/psalms/77-6.htm">Psalm 77:6</a> I call to remembrance my song in the night: I commune with mine own heart: and my spirit made diligent search.unfeigned.<a href="/psalms/17-1.htm">Psalm 17:1</a> A Prayer of David. Hear the right, O LORD, attend unto my cry, give ear unto my prayer, that goeth not out of feigned lips.<a href="/psalms/18-44.htm">Psalm 18:44</a> As soon as they hear of me, they shall obey me: the strangers shall submit themselves unto me.<a href="/psalms/66-3.htm">Psalm 66:3</a> Say unto God, How terrible art thou in thy works! through the greatness of thy power shall thine enemies submit themselves unto thee.thy mother.<a href="/psalms/22-10.htm">Psalm 22:10</a> I was cast upon thee from the womb: thou art my God from my mother's belly.<a href="/psalms/86-16.htm">Psalm 86:16</a> O turn unto me, and have mercy upon me; give thy strength unto thy servant, and save the son of thine handmaid.<a href="/psalms/116-16.htm">Psalm 116:16</a> O LORD, truly I am thy servant; I am thy servant, and the son of thine handmaid: thou hast loosed my bonds.I am.<a href="/2_timothy/1-12.htm">2 Timothy 1:12</a> For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.<a href="/acts/26-26.htm">Acts 26:26</a> For the king knoweth of these things, before whom also I speak freely: for I am persuaded that none of these things are hidden from him; for this thing was not done in a corner.<a href="/romans/4-21.htm">Romans 4:21</a> And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/philippians/1-25.htm">Convinced</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-16.htm">Dwells</a> <a href="/acts/28-30.htm">Dwelt</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-21.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-12.htm">First</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-21.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/1_kings/15-13.htm">Grandmother</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-3.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-11.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-4.htm">Mindful</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-7.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/galatians/1-15.htm">Mother's</a> <a href="/philippians/1-25.htm">Persuaded</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-4.htm">Recall</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-3.htm">Remembrance</a> <a href="/mark/11-21.htm">Reminded</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-8.htm">Sincere</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-9.htm">Sure</a> <a href="/1_timothy/6-21.htm">True.</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-5.htm">Unfeigned</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-14.htm">Within</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_timothy/1-12.htm">Convinced</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-14.htm">Dwells</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-9.htm">Dwelt</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-12.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-6.htm">First</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-10.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/1_kings/15-13.htm">Grandmother</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-22.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-6.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/hebrews/2-6.htm">Mindful</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-3.htm">Mother</a> <a href="/genesis/24-28.htm">Mother's</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-12.htm">Persuaded</a> <a href="/hebrews/7-21.htm">Recall</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-6.htm">Remembrance</a> <a href="/genesis/41-9.htm">Reminded</a> <a href="/james/3-17.htm">Sincere</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-12.htm">Sure</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-13.htm">True.</a> <a href="/james/3-17.htm">Unfeigned</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-6.htm">Within</a><div class="vheading2">2 Timothy 1</div>1. <a href="/2_timothy/1-1.htm">Paul's love to Timothy, and unfeigned confidence in Timothy himself, his mother, and grandmother.</a> 6. <a href="/2_timothy/1-6.htm">He is exhorted to stir up the gift of God which was in him;</a> 8. <a href="/2_timothy/1-8.htm">to be steadfast and patient in persecution;</a> 13. <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> 15. <a href="/2_timothy/1-15.htm">Phygellus and Hermogenes, and such like, are noted, and Onesiphorus is highly commended.</a> </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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This faith is not superficial but deeply rooted and authentic. The term "sincere" suggests a faith without hypocrisy, aligning with the biblical call for believers to worship in spirit and truth (<a href="/john/4-24.htm">John 4:24</a>). This phrase highlights the importance of personal faith in the life of a believer, a recurring theme in Paul's epistles.which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois The mention of Lois, Timothy's grandmother, underscores the significance of familial influence in spiritual development. In the Jewish tradition, the family played a crucial role in religious education, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a>, where parents are instructed to teach God's commandments to their children. Lois's faith is a testament to the generational transmission of belief, emphasizing the impact of a godly heritage.and your mother Eunice Eunice, Timothy's mother, is also noted for her faith, which she passed on to her son. This highlights the role of women in the early church and their influence in nurturing faith within the family. <a href="/acts/16.htm">Acts 16:1</a> reveals that Eunice was a Jewish believer married to a Greek, indicating a mixed cultural background. Despite potential challenges, Eunice's faith remained steadfast, illustrating the power of a committed spiritual life.and I am convinced is in you as well Paul expresses confidence in Timothy's faith, affirming its continuity from previous generations. This assurance reflects the apostle's close relationship with Timothy, whom he regards as a spiritual son (<a href="/1_timothy/1-2.htm">1 Timothy 1:2</a>). The phrase also serves as an encouragement for Timothy to remain steadfast in his faith amidst trials, echoing the exhortation found in <a href="/hebrews/10-23.htm">Hebrews 10:23</a> to hold unswervingly to the hope professed.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a> A young pastor and close companion of the Apostle Paul, Timothy is the recipient of this letter. He is known for his sincere faith and leadership in the early church. 2. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The Apostle Paul is the author of this letter. He is writing to encourage and instruct Timothy, whom he considers a spiritual son. 3. <a href="/topical/l/lois.htm">Lois</a> Timothy's grandmother, noted for her sincere faith, which she passed down to her daughter and grandson. 4. <a href="/topical/e/eunice.htm">Eunice</a> Timothy's mother, who, like her mother Lois, is recognized for her genuine faith. She played a significant role in Timothy's spiritual upbringing. 5. <a href="/topical/s/sincere_faith.htm">Sincere Faith</a> The genuine and unhypocritical faith that Paul acknowledges in Timothy, which was first evident in his grandmother and mother.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_heritage.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Heritage</a> The faith of Lois and Eunice demonstrates the impact of a godly legacy. Parents and grandparents play a crucial role in nurturing faith in the next generation. <a href="/topical/s/sincere_faith_as_a_foundation.htm">Sincere Faith as a Foundation</a> Timothy's faith is described as sincere, meaning it is genuine and without hypocrisy. Believers are called to cultivate a faith that is authentic and deeply rooted in Christ. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_mentorship.htm">The Role of Mentorship</a> Paul’s relationship with Timothy highlights the importance of mentorship in the Christian life. Mature believers should invest in the spiritual growth of younger Christians. <a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a> The faith of Lois and Eunice was not passive but active, influencing Timothy's life and ministry. Our faith should be evident in our actions and influence those around us. <a href="/topical/g/generational_influence.htm">Generational Influence</a> The passage encourages believers to consider the legacy they are leaving. Are we passing down a sincere faith to the next generation?<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_timothy_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Timothy 1</a> <a href="/q/timothy's_key_bible_contributions.htm">What are Timothy's key contributions in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/who_were_lois_and_eunice_in_the_bible.htm">Who were Lois and Eunice in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_atavism_mean.htm">What does atavism mean?</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_women_teaching_boys.htm">What does the Bible say about women teaching boys?</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>(5) When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee.--It is for the "unfeigned faith" which he was confident dwelt still in his dearest and best loved companion, whom he had intrusted with the care of the Ephesian church, that he thanked God. (See <a href="/2_timothy/1-3.htm" title="I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of you in my prayers night and day;">2Timothy 1:3</a>.)It is more than probable that some special instance of this unfeigned faith on the part of the chief pastor of Ephesus had come to the Apostle's knowledge, and cheered that great loving heart of his while he languished in prison.Which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice . . .--We know, in the course of his second missionary journey (<a href="/context/acts/16-1.htm" title="Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek:">Acts 16:1-3</a>) St. Paul was brought into contact with this pious family at Lystra. It has been suggested that Lois, Eunice, and Timothy were kinsfolk of St. Paul, hence his intimacy with the family, and his knowledge of their faith; hence, too, perhaps, his devoted and unbroken friendship for Timothy. We are told (<a href="/acts/16-1.htm" title="Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek:">Acts 16:1</a>) that this Eunice was a Jewess, married to a Greek. Lystra is no great distance from Tarsus--whence St. Paul came. The supposition is just possible; but it is only an ingenious thought, there being no data to support it. Of the names--Lois is the same with the more familiar Lais; Eunice is an equivalent of the Latin Victoria.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_timothy/1.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 5. - Having been reminded of for when I call to remembrance, A.V.; in thee for that in thee, A.V. Unfeigned (ἀνυποκρίτου); as <a href="/1_timothy/1-5.htm">1 Timothy 1:5</a> (see also <a href="/romans/12-9.htm">Romans 12:9</a>; <a href="/2_corinthians/6-6.htm">2 Corinthians 6:6</a>; <a href="/1_peter/1-22.htm">1 Peter 1:22</a>; <a href="/james/3-17.htm">James 3:17</a>). Having been reminded, etc. (see preceding note). Thy grandmother Lois. Μάμμη properly corresponds exactly to our word "mamma." In 4 Macc. 16:9, Οὐ μάμμη κληθεῖσα μακαρισθήσομαι, "I shall never be called a happy grandmother," and here (the only place where it is found in the New Testament) it has the sense of "grandmother." It is hardly a real word, and has no place in Stephens' 'Thes.,' except incidentally by comparison with πάππα. It has, however, a classical usage. The proper word for a "grandmother" is τήθη. Lois; a name not found elsewhere, possibly meaning "good," or "excellent," from the same root as λωί'τερος and λώι'στος. This and the following Eunice are examples of the frequent use of Greek or Latin names by Jews. Eunice, we know from <a href="/acts/16-1.htm">Acts 16:1</a>, was a Jewess and a Christian, as it would seem her mother Lois was before her. <a href="/commentaries/2_timothy/1-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>I am reminded ὑπόμνησιν (hypomnēsin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5280.htm">Strong's 5280: </a> Remembrance, recollection, putting in mind; a reminder. From hupomimnesko; a reminding or recollection. of τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. your σοὶ (soi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. sincere ἀνυποκρίτου (anypokritou) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_505.htm">Strong's 505: </a> Unfeigned, without hypocrisy, sincere. Undissembled, i.e. Sincere. faith, πίστεως (pisteōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4102.htm">Strong's 4102: </a> Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. which ἥτις (hētis) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3748.htm">Strong's 3748: </a> Whosoever, whichsoever, whatsoever. first πρῶτον (prōton) Adverb - Superlative <a href="/greek/strongs_4412.htm">Strong's 4412: </a> First, in the first place, before, formerly. Neuter of protos as adverb; firstly. dwelt ἐνῴκησεν (enōkēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1774.htm">Strong's 1774: </a> To dwell in, be settled (stationary) in; met: To be indwelling. From en and oikeo; to inhabit. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. grandmother μάμμῃ (mammē) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3125.htm">Strong's 3125: </a> A grandmother. Of natural origin; a grandmother. Lois Λωΐδι (Lōidi) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3090.htm">Strong's 3090: </a> Lois, grandmother of Timothy. Of uncertain origin; Lois, a Christian woman. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. your σου (sou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. mother μητρί (mētri) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3384.htm">Strong's 3384: </a> A mother. Apparently a primary word; a 'mother'. Eunice, Εὐνίκῃ (Eunikē) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2131.htm">Strong's 2131: </a> Eunice, mother of Timothy. From eu and nike; victorious; Eunice, a Jewess. and δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. I am convinced πέπεισμαι (pepeismai) Verb - Perfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3982.htm">Strong's 3982: </a> A primary verb; to convince; by analogy, to pacify or conciliate; reflexively or passively, to assent, to rely. [is] in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. you σοί (soi) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. as well. καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_timothy/1-5.htm">2 Timothy 1:5 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-5.htm">NT Letters: 2 Timothy 1:5 Having been reminded of the unfeigned faith (2 Tim. 2Ti iiTi ii Tim) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_timothy/1-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Timothy 1:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Timothy 1:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_timothy/1-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Timothy 1:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Timothy 1:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>