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2 Timothée, 4

1. Je t`en conjure devant Dieu et devant Jésus Christ, qui doit juger les vivants et les morts, et au nom de son apparition et de son royaume,

1. testificor coram Deo et Christo Jesu qui judicaturus est vivos ac mortuos et adventum ipsius et regnum ejus

2. prêche la parole, insiste en toute occasion, favorable ou non, reprends, censure, exhorte, avec toute douceur et en instruisant.

2. prædica verbum insta oportune inportune argue obsecra increpa in omni patientia et doctrina

3. Car il viendra un temps où les hommes ne supporteront pas la saine doctrine; mais, ayant la démangeaison d`entendre des choses agréables, ils se donneront une foule de docteurs selon leurs propres désires,

3. erit enim tempus cum sanam doctrinam non sustinebunt sed ad sua desideria coacervabunt sibi magistros prurientes auribus

4. détourneront l`oreille de la vérité, et se tourneront vers les fables.

4. et a veritate quidem auditum avertent ad fabulas autem convertentur

5. Mais toi, sois sobre en toutes choses, supporte les souffrances, fais l`oeuvre d`un évangéliste, remplis bien ton ministère.

5. tu vero vigila in omnibus labora opus fac evangelistæ ministerium tuum imple

6. Car pour moi, je sers déjà de libation, et le moment de mon départ approche.

6. ego enim jam delibor et tempus meæ resolutionis instat

7. J`ai combattu le bon combat, j`ai achevé la course, j`ai gardé la foi.

7. bonum certamen certavi cursum consummavi fidem servavi

8. Désormais la couronne de justice m`est réservée; le Seigneur, le juste juge, me le donnera dans ce jour-là, et non seulement à moi, mais encore à tous ceux qui auront aimé son avènement.

8. in reliquo reposita est mihi justitiæ corona quam reddet mihi Dominus in illa die justus judex non solum autem mihi sed et his qui diligunt adventum ejus

9. Viens au plus tôt vers moi;

9. festina venire ad me cito

10. car Démas m`a abandonné, par amour pour le siècle présent, et il est parti pour Thessalonique; Crescens est allé en Galatie, Tite en Dalmatie.

10. Demas enim me dereliquit diligens hoc sæculum et abiit Thessalonicam Crescens in Galliam Titus in Dalmatiam

11. Luc seul est avec moi. Prends Marc, et amène-le avec toi, car il m`est utile pour le ministère.

11. Lucas est mecum solus Marcum adsume et adduc tecum est enim mihi utilis in ministerium

12. J`ai envoyé Tychique à Éphèse.

12. Tychicum autem misi Ephesum

13. Quand tu viendras, apporte le manteau que j`ai laissé à Troas chez Carpus, et les livres, surtout les parchemins.

13. pænulam quam reliqui Troade apud Carpum veniens adfers et libros maxime autem membranas

14. Alexandre, le forgeron, m`a fait beaucoup de mal. Le Seigneur lui rendra selon ses oeuvres.

14. Alexander ærarius multa mala mihi ostendit reddat ei Dominus secundum opera ejus

15. Garde-toi aussi de lui, car il s`est fortement opposé à nos paroles.

15. quem et tu devita valde enim restitit verbis nostris

16. Dans ma première défense, personne ne m`a assisté, mais tous m`ont abandonné. Que cela ne leur soit point imputé!

16. in prima mea defensione nemo mihi adfuit sed omnes me dereliquerunt non illis reputetur

17. C`est le Seigneur qui m`a assisté et qui m`a fortifié, afin que la prédication fût accomplie par moi et que tous les païens l`entendissent. Et j`ai été délivré de la gueule du lion.

17. Dominus autem mihi adstitit et confortavit me ut per me prædicatio impleatur et audiant omnes gentes et liberatus sum de ore leonis

18. Le Seigneur me délivrera de toute oeuvre mauvaise, et il me sauvera pour me faire entrer dans son royaume céleste. A lui soit la gloire aux siècles des siècles! Amen!

18. liberabit me Dominus ab omni opere malo et salvum faciet in regnum suum cæleste cui gloria in sæcula sæculorum amen

19. Salue Prisca et Aquilas, et la famille d`Onésiphore.

19. saluta Priscam et Aquilam et Onesifori domum

20. Éraste est resté à Corinthe, et j`ai laissé Trophime malade à Milet.

20. Erastus remansit Corinthi Trophimum autem reliqui infirmum Mileti

21. Tâche de venir avant l`hiver. Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia, et tous les frères te saluent.

21. festina ante hiemem venire salutat te Eubulus et Pudens et Linus et Claudia et fratres omnes

22. Que le Seigneur soit avec ton esprit! Que la grâce soit avec vous!

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Footnotes:

4:1-2 - Paul instructs Timothy to preach the word, in season and out of season, with patience and teaching. Faithful preaching of the gospel is essential to maintaining the truth in a time of deception (see also 1 Corinthians 9:16 and Titus 2:15).

4:3-4 - Paul warns that times will come when people will not endure sound doctrine but will follow teachers who feed their own desires. Christian discernment is necessary to maintain truth in the midst of falsehood (see also Matthew 7:15-20 and 1 John 4:1).

4:6-8 - Paul reflects on his life and ministry, stating that he has fought the good fight, kept the faith, and awaits the crown of righteousness. Perseverance in faith is rewarded with eternal glory (see also Philippians 3:12-14 and Revelation 2:10).

4:9-13 - Paul asks Timothy to visit him, bringing his cloak and books. This request reveals the need for mutual support in the Christian life, both physical and spiritual (see also 2 Corinthians 13:11 and 1 Timothy 5:23).

Verses related to 2 Timothée, 4:

2 Timothy chapter 4 concludes Paul's ministerial testament. What is the apostle's final calling? This powerful text exhorts Timothy to preach the Word persistently, even in difficult times. The chapter covers topics such as faithfulness in ministry, coming judgment, and eternal reward. Paulo reflects on his life, claiming to have completed his race and kept the faith. He also mentions his collaborators and adversaries. Ponder with us five biblical passages that amplify the final teachings of this powerful chapter.

Acts 20:29-30: "I know that after my departure, fierce wolves will enter your midst and will not spare the flock. And men will arise from among yourselves who will distort the truth, in order to attract the disciples." - This warning from Paul to the elders of Ephesus echoes his concern in 2 Timothy 4:3-4 about people who will stray from the truth.

1 Corinthians 9:24-25: "Don't you know that of all those who run in the stadium, only one wins the prize? Run in such a way that you reach the prize. All who compete in the games undergo rigorous training to obtain a crown that soon perishes; but we do it to win a crown that lasts forever." - This athletic metaphor from Paul aligns with his statement in 2 Timothy 4:7-8 about having finished the race and receiving the crown of righteousness.

Philippians 1:23-24: "I am pressed on both sides: I want to go and be with Christ, which is much better; yet it is more necessary, for your sakes, that I remain in the body." - This dilemma of Paul's reflects his situation in 2 Timothy 4:6, where he talks about his imminent departure.

Colossians 4:14: "Our beloved brother Luke the doctor and Demas send you greetings." - This mention of Luke and Demas relates to 2 Timothy 4:10-11, where Paul talks about Demas abandoning him and Luke being with him.

Revelation 22:20: "He who bears witness to these things says, 'Yes, I am coming soon!' Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!" - This longing for Christ's coming echoes Paul's expectation of the "crown of righteousness" in 2 Timothy 4:8, which the Lord will give "to all who love his coming."

FAQ:

What does it mean to "preach the word in season and out of season"?

It means always being ready to share the gospel, regardless of the circumstances. (2 Timothy 4:2)

What was Paul’s warning about those who reject sound doctrine?

He said the time would come when people would reject the truth and follow teachers who tell them what they want to hear. (2 Timothy 4:3-4)

How did Paul describe his life at the end of his ministry?

Paul said he had fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. (2 Timothy 4:7)

What did Paul say about his crown of righteousness?

He stated that he would receive the crown of righteousness on the day of the Lord, reserved for all who have loved His appearing. (2 Timothy 4:8)

Who was Demas and why did Paul mention his attitude?

Demas abandoned Paul for the love of the world, serving as a warning about the need for perseverance in the faith. (2 Timothy 4:10)


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