1 Timothy 1:1
New International Version
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

New Living Translation
This letter is from Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus, appointed by the command of God our Savior and Christ Jesus, who gives us hope.

English Standard Version
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

Berean Standard Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

Berean Literal Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus, according to the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

King James Bible
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope;

New King James Version
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, by the commandment of God our Savior and the Lord Jesus Christ, our hope,

New American Standard Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus, who is our hope,

NASB 1995
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus, who is our hope,

NASB 1977
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus, who is our hope;

Legacy Standard Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus, our hope,

Amplified Bible
Paul, an apostle (special messenger, personally chosen representative) of Christ Jesus by the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed) our Hope [the fulfillment of our salvation],

Christian Standard Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope:

American Standard Version
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Saviour, and Christ Jesus our hope;

Contemporary English Version
From Paul. God our Savior and Christ Jesus commanded me to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, who gives us hope.

English Revised Version
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Saviour, and Christ Jesus our hope;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
From Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and Christ Jesus our confidence.

Good News Translation
From Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by order of God our Savior and Christ Jesus our hope--

International Standard Version
From: Paul, an apostle of the Messiah Jesus, by the command of God our Savior and the Messiah Jesus, our hope.

Majority Standard Bible
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the command of God our Savior and of the Lord Jesus Christ our hope,

NET Bible
From Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

New Heart English Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and Christ Jesus our hope;

Webster's Bible Translation
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Savior, and Lord Jesus Christ, who is our hope;

Weymouth New Testament
Paul, an Apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God our Saviour and Christ Jesus our hope:

World English Bible
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ according to the commandment of God our Savior and the Lord Jesus Christ our hope,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to a command of God our Savior, and of the Lord Jesus Christ our hope,

Berean Literal Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus, according to the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

Young's Literal Translation
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to a command of God our Saviour, and of the Lord Jesus Christ our hope,

Smith's Literal Translation
Paul, the sent of Jesus Christ according to the command of God our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, our hope;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus our hope:

Catholic Public Domain Version
Paul, an Apostle of Jesus Christ by the authority of God our Savior and Christ Jesus our hope,

New American Bible
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by command of God our savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

New Revised Standard Version
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
PAUL, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Saviour, and Christ Jesus, our hope;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Paulus, an Apostle of Yeshua The Messiah, by the commandment of God Our Lifegiver, and of The Messiah Yeshua, our hope,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
PAUL, an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the appointment of God our Savior, and the Lord Jesus Christ our hope,

Godbey New Testament
Paul, the apostle of Jesus according to the commandment of God our Saviour, and Jesus Christ our hope;

Haweis New Testament
PAUL, an apostle of Jesus Christ, by the order of God, our Saviour, and Lord, Jesus Christ, who is our hope;

Mace New Testament
Paul an apostle of Jesus Christ by the appointment of God our saviour, and of Jesus Christ our hope,

Weymouth New Testament
Paul, an Apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God our Saviour and Christ Jesus our hope:

Worrell New Testament
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to a command of God our Savior and Christ Jesus our Hope,

Worsley New Testament
Paul an apostle of Jesus Christ by the appointment of God our Saviour, and the Lord Jesus Christ our hope,

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Audio Bible



Context
Paul's Greeting to Timothy
1Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, 2To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.…

Cross References
Acts 9:15
“Go!” said the Lord. “This man is My chosen instrument to carry My name before the Gentiles and their kings, and before the people of Israel.

Romans 1:1
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, and set apart for the gospel of God—

2 Corinthians 1:1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the church of God in Corinth, together with all the saints throughout Achaia:

Galatians 1:1
Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead—

Ephesians 1:1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints in Ephesus, the faithful in Christ Jesus:

Colossians 1:1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,

2 Timothy 1:1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, according to the promise of life in Christ Jesus,

Titus 1:1
Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ for the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness,

1 Corinthians 1:1
Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes,

2 Corinthians 11:5
I consider myself in no way inferior to those “super-apostles.”

2 Peter 1:1
Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours:

Acts 13:2
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”

Acts 26:16-18
‘But get up and stand on your feet. For I have appeared to you to appoint you as a servant and as a witness of what you have seen from Me and what I will show you. / I will rescue you from your own people and from the Gentiles. I am sending you to them / to open their eyes, so that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among those sanctified by faith in Me.’

Romans 11:13
I am speaking to you Gentiles. Inasmuch as I am the apostle to the Gentiles, I magnify my ministry

1 Thessalonians 2:6
Nor did we seek praise from you or from anyone else, although as apostles of Christ we had authority to demand it.


Treasury of Scripture

Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of God our Savior, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope;

an apostle.

Romans 1:1
Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God,

1 Corinthians 1:1
Paul, called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother,

by.

1 Timothy 2:7
Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.

Acts 9:15
But the Lord said unto him, Go thy way: for he is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel:

Acts 26:16-18
But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; …

God.

1 Timothy 2:3
For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour;

1 Timothy 4:10
For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.

Psalm 106:21
They forgat God their saviour, which had done great things in Egypt;

is.

Romans 15:12,13
And again, Esaias saith, There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; in him shall the Gentiles trust…

Colossians 1:27
To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:

2 Thessalonians 2:16
Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace,

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5. The right use and end of the law.
11. Paul's calling to be an apostle;
20. and the disobedience or Hymenaeus and Alexander.














Paul
The opening of 1 Timothy 1:1 begins with "Paul," identifying the author of the letter. Paul, originally named Saul, was a Pharisee and a zealous persecutor of Christians before his dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus (Acts 9). His transformation into a devoted apostle of Christ is a testament to the power of God's grace. The name "Paul" itself, meaning "small" or "humble" in Latin, reflects his humility and dedication to serving Christ. Historically, Paul is recognized as a pivotal figure in the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire, and his epistles form a significant portion of the New Testament.

an apostle of Christ Jesus
This phrase establishes Paul's authority and mission. The term "apostle" (Greek: ἀπόστολος, apostolos) means "one who is sent" and refers to someone who is commissioned to spread the teachings of Jesus. Paul emphasizes that his apostleship is not self-appointed but divinely ordained. His role as an apostle of "Christ Jesus" underscores his commitment to the Messiah, the Anointed One, who is both Savior and Lord. This title affirms the divine authority and purpose behind Paul's ministry.

by the command of God
Here, Paul asserts that his apostleship is not by human decision but by divine command. The Greek word for "command" (ἐπιταγή, epitagē) implies a directive or order from a higher authority. This highlights the sovereignty of God in orchestrating Paul's mission. It reassures Timothy and the readers that Paul's teachings carry the weight of divine authority, not merely human opinion.

our Savior
The designation of God as "our Savior" is significant, emphasizing the role of God in the salvation of humanity. In the Old Testament, God is often depicted as the deliverer of Israel. In the New Testament, this title is expanded to include the salvation offered through Jesus Christ. It reflects the continuity of God's redemptive plan from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant, highlighting His love and mercy.

and of Christ Jesus
This phrase reiterates the centrality of Jesus in the Christian faith. The conjunction "and" connects the roles of God the Father and Jesus Christ in the work of salvation. It underscores the unity and cooperation within the Trinity in the divine plan for humanity's redemption. Jesus, as the Christ, fulfills the messianic prophecies and embodies the hope of salvation for all who believe.

our hope
The term "hope" (Greek: ἐλπίς, elpis) in the biblical context is not a mere wish but a confident expectation based on the promises of God. Jesus Christ is described as "our hope" because He is the foundation and assurance of eternal life. This hope is not only for the future but also provides strength and encouragement in the present. It is a reminder to Timothy and all believers that their faith is anchored in the certainty of Christ's resurrection and His eventual return.

(1) Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ.--The letter to Timothy, though addressed to a very dear and intimate friend, was sent with a two-fold purpose. It was an affectionate reminder from his old master, "Paul the Aged," to his disciple to be steadfast in the midst of the many perils to which one in the position of Timothy would be exposed in the city of Ephesus; but it was also an official command to resist a powerful school of false teaching which had arisen in the midst of that Ephesian Church over which Timothy was then presiding. So St. Paul prefaces his letter by designating himself an Apostle according to the commandment of God. The commandment especially referred to is to be found in Acts 13:2 : Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work whereunto I have called them.

God our Saviour.--This, designation is peculiar to the Pastoral Epistles, but frequently occurs in the Septuagint. It is fitly ascribed to the first Person of the blessed Trinity in reference to His redeeming love in Christ.

Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope.--The words "which is," printed in italics in the English version, are better left out: Jesus Christ, our hope. As St. Paul felt the end of his course approaching, he loved to dwell on the thought of Jesus--to whom, during so many weary years, he had longed to depart and be with--as his hope, his one glorious hope. The same expression is found in the Epistles of Ignatius.

Verse 1. - Christ Jesus for Jesus Christ, A.V. and T.R.; according to for by, A.V.; Christ Jesus our hope for Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope, A.V. and T.R. For the inscription, comp. Romans 1:1, 5; 1 Corinthians 1:1; 2 Corinthians 1:1; Galatians 1:1; Ephesians 1:1; Colossians 1:1; 2 Timothy 1:1; Titus 1:1; in all which St. Paul asserts his apostleship, and ascribes it directly to "the will of God" (comp. Galatians 1:11, 12, etc.). According to the commandment (as Titus 1:3) expresses the same truth, but possibly with a more direct reference to the command, "Separate me Paul and Barnabas," recorded in Acts 13:2. This assertion of his apostolic authority indicates that this is not a private letter to Timothy, but a public Church document for all time. Our hope (comp. Colossians 1:27; Acts 28:20).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Paul,
Παῦλος (Paulos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3972: Paul, Paulus. Of Latin origin; Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle.

an apostle
ἀπόστολος (apostolos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 652: From apostello; a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ.

of Christ
Χριστοῦ (Christou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

by
κατ’ (kat’)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

[the] command
ἐπιταγὴν (epitagēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2003: Instruction, command, order, authority. From epitasso; an injunction or decree; by implication, authoritativeness.

of God
Θεοῦ (Theou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

Savior
Σωτῆρος (Sōtēros)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 4990: A savior, deliverer, preserver. From sozo; a deliverer, i.e. God or Christ.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

of Christ
Χριστοῦ (Christou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

hope,
ἐλπίδος (elpidos)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1680: Hope, expectation, trust, confidence. From a primary elpo; expectation or confidence.


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