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2 Timothy 2:17 β€” Meaning and Application

King James Version

β€œAnd their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus; {canker: or, gangrene}”

2 Timothy 2:17

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15

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

16

But shun profane {and} vain babblings: for they will increase unto more ungodliness.

17

And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymenaeus and Philetus; {canker: or, gangrene}

18

Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.

19

Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity. {sure: or, steady}

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