1 Timothy 2:2
1 Timothy · New Testament · Chapter 2
“For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.”1 Timothy 2:2
What Does 1 Timothy 2:2 Mean?
1 Timothy 2:2 is found in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 2, verse 2 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to 1 Timothy 2:2 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
1 Thessalonians 4:11“And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;”Philippians 4:8“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”Jeremiah 29:7“And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away captives, and pray unto the LORD for it: for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace.”1 Peter 2:9“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:”Ezra 6:10“That they may offer sacrifices of sweet savours unto the God of heaven, and pray for the life of the king, and of his sons.”Romans 13:1“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.”1 Peter 3:4“But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.”Proverbs 24:21“My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change:”1 Peter 2:12“Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.”Nehemiah 1:11“O LORD, I beseech thee, let now thine ear be attentive to the prayer of thy servant, and to the prayer of thy servants, who desire to fear thy name: and prosper, I pray thee, thy servant this day, and grant him mercy in the sight of this man. For I was the king’s cupbearer.”Hebrews 12:14“Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:”Genesis 49:14“Issachar is a strong ass couching down between two burdens:”Psalms 72:1“Give the king thy judgments, O God, and thy righteousness unto the king’s son.”Romans 12:18“If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”Titus 3:1“Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,”2 Samuel 20:19“I am one of them that are peaceable and faithful in Israel: thou seekest to destroy a city and a mother in Israel: why wilt thou swallow up the inheritance of the LORD?”Acts 24:16“And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.”Titus 2:10“Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.”Psalms 20:1“The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee;”Ecclesiastes 3:12“I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life.”
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