1 Timothy 2:6

6 who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.

1 Timothy 2:6 in Other Translations

KJV
6 Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.
ESV
6 who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.
NLT
6 He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone. This is the message God gave to the world at just the right time.
MSG
6 who offered himself in exchange for everyone held captive by sin, to set them all free. Eventually the news is going to get out.
CSB
6 who gave Himself-a ransom for all, a testimony at the proper time.

1 Timothy 2:6 In-Context

4 who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
5 For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus,
6 who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.
7 And for this purpose I was appointed a herald and an apostle—I am telling the truth, I am not lying—and a true and faithful teacher of the Gentiles.
8 Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or disputing.

Cross References 3

  • 1. S Matthew 20:28
  • 2. S 1 Corinthians 1:6
  • 3. 1 Timothy 6:15; Titus 1:3
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