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2 TIMOTHY 3:1
(Coptic Sahidic Translation)
 ⲈⲒⲘⲈ ⲆⲈ ⲈⲠⲀⲒ ϪⲈ ϨⲚ ⲐⲀⲎ ⲚⲚⲈϨⲞⲞⲨ ⲤⲈⲚⲀϢⲰⲠⲈ ⲚϬⲒ ϨⲈⲚⲞⲨⲞⲈⲒϢ ⲈⲨⲚⲀϢⲦ.

translation:

But understand this: In the last days terrible times will come.

summary:

Paul warns that “in the last days perilous times will come” (v.1). A list of nineteen dark traits marks society—lovers of self and money, boastful, disobedient, unholy, without self-control, and more. The climax: “holding to an outward form of godliness but denying its power” (v.5). Timothy must “turn away from such as these.”

verses 2-5 for context
For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 unloving, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, without love of good, 4 traitorous, reckless, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, 5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Turn away from such as these!

Historical Setting: Paul’s Final Imprisonment
Written around AD 66–67 from a Roman cell during Nero’s reign, 2 Timothy is Paul’s last letter. Sensing his execution is near (4:6–8), he strengthens Timothy, who is leading the church in Ephesus.

Character Traits in 3:2–5
The nineteen vices reveal a slide from self-love to outright God-defiance:

• Lovers of self/money → replacing God
• Boastful, arrogant, abusive → pride
• Disobedient to parents → family breakdown
• Ungrateful, unholy, unloving → relational collapse
• Slanderous, without self-control, brutal → verbal and physical violence
• Lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God → moral inversion
• An empty shell of religion → powerless form 

The Big Picture
2 Timothy 3 contrasts a self-centered world with believers anchored in God’s breathed-out word. Paul mixes realism—hard times will come—with firm hope—Scripture equips us for every good work until Christ returns.

Teaching Points:
Perilous Times
Paul warns Timothy that in the last days perilous times will come (2 Timothy 3:1). These times are characterized by a decline in moral and spiritual values.

Characteristics of People
The chapter lists traits such as being lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy (2 Timothy 3:2). These behaviors reflect a society turning away from God.

Deception and False Teaching
Paul cautions against those who have a form of godliness but deny its power (2 Timothy 3:5), highlighting the danger of false teachings that appear religious but lack true spiritual substance.

Practical Applications:
Discernment
Be vigilant and discerning about the teachings and influences you allow into your life. Test everything against the truth of Scripture.

Perseverance in Faith
Follow the example of faithful believers who have gone before us, enduring hardships and remaining steadfast in their faith.

Commitment to Scripture
Make a daily commitment to read and meditate on the Bible, allowing it to guide your thoughts, actions, and decisions.

Guard Against Pride
Examine your heart for any signs of pride or self-centeredness, and seek to cultivate humility and gratitude.

2 Timothy 3 is a chapter of stark contrasts that highlights the escalating dangers and deceptions of the last days while underscoring the paramount importance of Scripture and spiritual steadfastness. Apostle Paul, writing to his young protege Timothy, offers prophetic insights into the moral decay of the end times, instructs Timothy on how to remain grounded in faith, and emphasizes the transformative power of the holy scriptures.

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2 Timothy Chapter 3 highlights the difficult times in the last days, with people exhibiting godlessness. Timothy is urged to hold fast to the Scriptures, which provide wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ, equipping believers in righteousness.
(2 Timothy 3 | Coptic: Sahidic NT – ϯⲙⲉⲧⲣⲉⲙⲛ̀ⲭⲏⲙⲓ)

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