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2 Timothy 3:17New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures
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17 so that the man of God may be fully competent, completely equipped for every good work.
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2 Timothy 3:17The Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures
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17 ἵνα ἄρτιος ᾖ ὁ τοῦ θεοῦ ἄνθρωπος, πρὸς πᾶν ἔργον ἀγαθὸν ἐξηρτισμένος.
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2 Timothy 3:17The Bible in Living English
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17 in order that the man of God may be a whole man, rounded out to fitness for every good work.
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2 Timothy 3:17American Standard Version
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17 That the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work.
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2 Timothy 3:17The Emphasized Bible
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17 In order that ready may be the man of God, Unto every good work being well-prepared.
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2 Timothy 3:17King James Version
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17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
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2 Timothy Study Notes—Chapter 3New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (Study Edition)
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the man of God: The Greek word here translated “man” (anʹthro·pos) can include both men and women. Although Paul is addressing Timothy, who was an overseer, Paul may have had in mind any Christian man or woman who is fully dedicated to Jehovah God. Thus, some translations use such wording as “the person who belongs to God” or “the person dedicated to God.” As the preceding verse indicates, “the man of God” needs to study the inspired Scriptures regularly and live according to them.—See study note on 1Ti 6:11.
completely equipped: The Greek word rendered “completely equipped” literally means “having been fitted out.” For example, this word was used in ancient times of a boat that was fitted out, or fully furnished, with everything needed for a voyage. Similarly, through his Word, Jehovah provides Christians with the knowledge and wisdom that enable them to do all that is good; they are completely equipped for carrying out his work.
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