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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/2_timothy/3.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/2_timothy/3.htm">New International Version</a> so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. <a href="/nlt/2_timothy/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work. <a href="/esv/2_timothy/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. <a href="/bsb/2_timothy/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work. <a href="/blb/2_timothy/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete, having been fully equipped toward every good work. <a href="/kjv/2_timothy/3.htm">King James Bible</a> That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. <a href="/nkjv/2_timothy/3.htm">New King James Version</a> that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. <a href="/nasb_/2_timothy/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> so that the man or woman of God may be fully capable, equipped for every good work. <a href="/nasb/2_timothy/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. <a href="/nasb77/2_timothy/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. <a href="/lsb/2_timothy/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> so that the man of God may be equipped, having been thoroughly equipped for every good work. <a href="/amp/2_timothy/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete and proficient, outfitted and thoroughly equipped for every good work. <a href="/csb/2_timothy/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. <a href="/hcsb/2_timothy/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. <a href="/asv/2_timothy/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> that the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work. <a href="/cev/2_timothy/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The Scriptures train God's servants to do all kinds of good deeds. <a href="/erv/2_timothy/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> that the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work. <a href="/gwt/2_timothy/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> They equip God's servants so that they are completely prepared to do good things. <a href="/gnt/2_timothy/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> so that the person who serves God may be fully qualified and equipped to do every kind of good deed. <a href="/isv/2_timothy/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> so that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good action. <a href="/msb/2_timothy/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work. <a href="/net/2_timothy/3.htm">NET Bible</a> that the person dedicated to God may be capable and equipped for every good work. <a href="/nheb/2_timothy/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> that the person of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. <a href="/wbt/2_timothy/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished to all good works. <a href="/wey/2_timothy/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> so that the man of God may himself be complete and may be perfectly equipped for every good work. <a href="/web/2_timothy/3.htm">World English Bible</a> that each person who belongs to God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_timothy/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> that the man of God may be fitted—having been completed for every good work. <a href="/blb/2_timothy/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> so that the man of God may be complete, having been fully equipped toward every good work. <a href="/ylt/2_timothy/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> that the man of God may be fitted -- for every good work having been completed. <a href="/slt/2_timothy/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> That the man of God might be perfect, finished for every good work.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_timothy/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> That the man of God may be perfect, furnished to every good work. <a href="/cpdv/2_timothy/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> so that the man of God may be perfect, having been trained for every good work. <a href="/nabre/2_timothy/3.htm">New American Bible</a> so that one who belongs to God may be competent, equipped for every good work. <a href="/nrsvce/2_timothy/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_timothy/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> So that God’s people may become perfect, thoroughly perfected for every good work. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_timothy/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> That the man of God will be perfect and perfected for every good work. <div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/2_timothy/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished for every good work. <a href="/godbey/2_timothy/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> in order that the man of God may be perfect, having been thoroughly perfected unto every good work. <a href="/haweis/2_timothy/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> that the man of God may be properly furnished, fully qualified for every good work.<CM> <a href="/mace/2_timothy/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> that the minister of God may be perfectly accomplished for every office of religion. <a href="/wey/2_timothy/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> so that the man of God may himself be complete and may be perfectly equipped for every good work. <a href="/worrell/2_timothy/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly furnished for every good work. <a href="/worsley/2_timothy/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly fitted for every good work. <a href="/parallel/2_timothy/3-17.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=555" 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/3.htm">All Scripture is God-Breathed</a> …16All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17<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/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/444.htm" title="444: anthrōpos (N-NMS) -- A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being.">man</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">of God</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ē (V-PSA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">may be</a> <a href="/greek/739.htm" title="739: artios (Adj-NMS) -- Perfect, complete, fitted, ready. From arti; fresh, i.e. complete.">complete,</a> <a href="/greek/1822.htm" title="1822: exērtismenos (V-RPM/P-NMS) -- From ek and a derivative of artios; to finish out; figuratively, to equip fully.">fully equipped</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">for</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pan (Adj-ANS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">every</a> <a href="/greek/18.htm" title="18: agathon (Adj-ANS) -- A primary word; good.">good</a> <a href="/greek/2041.htm" title="2041: ergon (N-ANS) -- From a primary ergo; toil; by implication, an act.">work.</a> <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="/ephesians/4-12.htm">Ephesians 4:12-13</a> to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ, / until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God, as we mature to the full measure of the stature of Christ. <a href="/2_peter/1-3.htm">2 Peter 1:3-4</a> His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. / Through these He has given us His precious and magnificent promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, now that you have escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. <a href="/hebrews/13-21.htm">Hebrews 13:21</a> equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen. <a href="/colossians/1-28.htm">Colossians 1:28</a> We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. <a href="/1_timothy/6-11.htm">1 Timothy 6:11</a> But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness. <a href="/james/1-4.htm">James 1:4</a> Allow perseverance to finish its work, so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. <a href="/philippians/2-15.htm">Philippians 2:15-16</a> so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world / as you hold forth the word of life, in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain. <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-13.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:13</a> And we continually thank God because, when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as it truly is, the word of God, which is also now at work in you who believe. <a href="/romans/15-4.htm">Romans 15:4</a> For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope. <a href="/1_corinthians/1-5.htm">1 Corinthians 1:5-7</a> For in Him you have been enriched in every way, in all speech and all knowledge, / because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you. / Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly await the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm">1 Peter 5:10</a> And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you. <a href="/titus/2-14.htm">Titus 2:14</a> He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds. <a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Psalm 119:105</a> Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. <a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6-9</a> For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. / He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity, / to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints. ... <a href="/isaiah/55-11.htm">Isaiah 55:11</a> so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished to all good works.the man.<a href="/psalms/119-98.htm">Psalm 119:98-100</a> Thou through thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies: for they are ever with me… <a href="/1_timothy/6-11.htm">1 Timothy 6:11</a> But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.throughly furnished.<a href="/2_timothy/2-21.htm">2 Timothy 2:21</a> If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work.<a href="/nehemiah/2-18.htm">Nehemiah 2:18</a> Then I told them of the hand of my God which was good upon me; as also the king's words that he had spoken unto me. And they said, Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for this good work.<a href="/acts/9-36.htm">Acts 9:36</a> Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_corinthians/3-6.htm">Adequate</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-24.htm">Complete</a> <a href="/galatians/3-3.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-9.htm">Completely</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-18.htm">Equipped</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-15.htm">Fitted</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-14.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/acts/28-10.htm">Furnished</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-3.htm">Good</a> <a href="/1_timothy/5-2.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-2.htm">Perfectly</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-24.htm">Ready</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-10.htm">Thoroughly</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-6.htm">Throughly</a> <a href="/1_timothy/4-6.htm">Trained</a> <a href="/2_timothy/2-21.htm">Work</a> <a href="/2_timothy/1-9.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_corinthians/2-16.htm">Adequate</a> <a href="/hebrews/2-10.htm">Complete</a> <a href="/hebrews/4-3.htm">Completed</a> <a href="/titus/1-11.htm">Completely</a> <a href="/revelation/9-7.htm">Equipped</a> <a href="/exodus/26-17.htm">Fitted</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-5.htm">Fully</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-11.htm">Furnished</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-5.htm">Good</a> <a href="/titus/2-10.htm">Perfect</a> <a href="/1_peter/1-13.htm">Perfectly</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-2.htm">Ready</a> <a href="/jude/1-22.htm">Thoroughly</a> <a href="/job/6-2.htm">Throughly</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-14.htm">Trained</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-5.htm">Work</a> <a href="/2_timothy/4-14.htm">Works</a><div class="vheading2">2 Timothy 3</div>1. <a href="/2_timothy/3-1.htm">Paul advises Timothy of the difficult times to come;</a> 6. <a href="/2_timothy/3-6.htm">describes the enemies of the truth;</a> 10. <a href="/2_timothy/3-10.htm">explains unto him his own example;</a> 16. <a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">and commends the holy Scriptures;</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_timothy/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_timothy/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_timothy/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>so that the man of God This phrase refers to individuals who are dedicated to serving God, often used to describe prophets or leaders in the Old Testament, such as Moses (<a href="/deuteronomy/33.htm">Deuteronomy 33:1</a>) and Elijah (<a href="/1_kings/17-18.htm">1 Kings 17:18</a>). In the New Testament context, it extends to all believers, particularly those in ministry, emphasizing their role as representatives of God's will. The term "man of God" underscores a life committed to divine service and spiritual maturity.may be complete The idea of being "complete" suggests spiritual maturity and wholeness. It implies a process of growth and development in faith, aligning with passages like <a href="/james/1-4.htm">James 1:4</a>, which speaks of perseverance leading to maturity. This completeness is not about perfection but about being fully developed in character and faith, equipped to handle life's challenges and fulfill God's purposes.fully equipped This phrase indicates being thoroughly prepared and furnished with everything necessary for a task. In the context of 2 Timothy, it suggests that Scripture provides all the tools needed for spiritual growth and effective ministry. <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10-18</a> describes the armor of God, which believers are to put on, symbolizing the spiritual resources available to them. The concept of being equipped also ties into the idea of discipleship and training, as seen in Jesus' preparation of His disciples.for every good work The emphasis here is on the purpose of being equipped: to engage in good works. This aligns with <a href="/ephesians/2-10.htm">Ephesians 2:10</a>, which states that believers are created in Christ Jesus for good works, prepared in advance by God. The phrase underscores the active nature of faith, where believers are called to live out their faith through actions that reflect God's love and righteousness. It highlights the transformative power of Scripture in guiding believers to live lives that honor God and serve others.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> - The apostle who authored the letter to Timothy, providing guidance and instruction for church leadership and personal conduct. 2. <a href="/topical/t/timothy.htm">Timothy</a> - A young pastor and protégé of Paul, recipient of the letter, tasked with leading the church in Ephesus. 3. <a href="/topical/e/ephesus.htm">Ephesus</a> - The city where Timothy was stationed, known for its diverse culture and challenges to Christian teaching. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_church.htm">The Church</a> - The body of believers to whom Timothy ministered, facing false teachings and moral challenges. 5. <a href="/topical/s/scripture.htm">Scripture</a> - The sacred writings referred to by Paul, which include the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus and the apostles.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_scripture.htm">The Role of Scripture</a> Scripture is essential for equipping believers. It provides the foundation for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness, ensuring that the man of God is prepared for every good work. <a href="/topical/c/completeness_in_christ.htm">Completeness in Christ</a> The term "complete" (Greek: artios) suggests maturity and readiness. Believers are called to grow in their faith and understanding, becoming fully equipped through the Word of God. <a href="/topical/e/equipped_for_service.htm">Equipped for Service</a> Being "fully equipped" (Greek: ex?rtismenos) implies having all necessary tools and resources. Christians are to use their God-given gifts and the guidance of Scripture to serve others effectively. <a href="/topical/p/practical_application_of_faith.htm">Practical Application of Faith</a> The ultimate goal of being equipped is to engage in "every good work." This involves active participation in ministry, community service, and living out one's faith in daily life. <a href="/topical/g/guarding_against_false_teachings.htm">Guarding Against False Teachings</a> In the context of Ephesus, where Timothy ministered, false teachings were prevalent. Scripture equips believers to discern truth from error and stand firm in their faith.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_timothy_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Timothy 3</a> <a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_'only_believe'.htm">What is the purpose of Instruction in Righteousness?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_lutheran_core_beliefs.htm">What are the core beliefs of Lutherans?</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_goal_of_righteous_teaching.htm">What is the purpose of Instruction in Righteousness?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_solomon's_temple_dedication_important.htm">What defines a consistent Christian lifestyle?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_timothy/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.--The "man of God" here is no official designation, but simply designates the Christian generally, who is striving, with his Master's help, to live a life pleasing to God; and the "good works" have no special reference to the labours of Timothy and his brother presbyters, but include all those generous and self-sacrificing acts to which, in these Epistles, so many references have been made.It was in the Holy Scriptures that the true servant of the Lord, the man of God, would find defined with clearness and precision the nature of those works the Holy Spirit was pleased to call "good."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_timothy/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 17. - Complete for perfect, A.V.; furnished completely for throughly furnished, A.V.; every good work for all good works, A.V. Complete (ἄρτιος); only here in the New Testament, but common in classical Greek. "Complete, perfect of its kind" (Liddell and Scott). Furnished completely (ἐξηρτισμένος, containing the same root as ἄρτιος); elsewhere in the New Testament only in <a href="/acts/21-5.htm">Acts 21:5</a> in the sense of "completing" a term of days. It is nearly synonymous with καταρτίζω (<a href="/matthew/21-16.htm">Matthew 21:16</a>; <a href="/luke/6-40.htm">Luke 6:40</a>; <a href="/2_corinthians/13-11.htm">2 Corinthians 13:11</a>; <a href="/hebrews/13-21.htm">Hebrews 13:21</a>; <a href="/1_peter/5-10.htm">1 Peter 5:10</a>). In late classical Greek ἐξαρτίζω means, as here, "to equip fully." As regards the question whether the man of God is restricted in its meaning to the minister of Christ, or comprehends all Christians, two things seem to decide in favour of the former: the one that "the man of God" is in the Old Testament invariably applied to prophets in the immediate service of God (see <a href="/1_timothy/6-11.htm">1 Timothy 6:11</a>, note); the other that in <a href="/1_timothy/6-11.htm">1 Timothy 6:11</a> it undoubtedly refers to Timothy in his character of chief pastor of the Church, and that here too the whole force of the description of the uses and excellence of Holy Scripture is brought to bear upon the exhortations in ver. 14, "Continue thou in the things which thou hast heard," addressed to Timothy as the Bishop of the Ephesian Church (see, too, ch. 4:1-5, where it is abundantly clear that all that precedes was intended to bear directly upon Timothy's faithful and vigorous discharge of his office as an evangelist). <a href="/commentaries/2_timothy/3-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>so that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine 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. man ἄνθρωπος (anthrōpos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_444.htm">Strong's 444: </a> A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being. of God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. may be ᾖ (ē) Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. complete, ἄρτιος (artios) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_739.htm">Strong's 739: </a> Perfect, complete, fitted, ready. From arti; fresh, i.e. complete. fully equipped ἐξηρτισμένος (exērtismenos) Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1822.htm">Strong's 1822: </a> From ek and a derivative of artios; to finish out; figuratively, to equip fully. for πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. every πᾶν (pan) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. good ἀγαθὸν (agathon) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_18.htm">Strong's 18: </a> A primary word; 'good'. work. ἔργον (ergon) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2041.htm">Strong's 2041: </a> From a primary ergo; toil; by implication, an act. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_timothy/3-17.htm">2 Timothy 3:17 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-17.htm">NT Letters: 2 Timothy 3:17 That the man of God may be (2 Tim. 2Ti iiTi ii Tim) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Timothy 3:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Timothy 3:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_timothy/4-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Timothy 4:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Timothy 4:1" /></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>