2 Timothy 4:6-8
1599 Geneva Bible
6 [a]For I am now ready to be [b]offered, and the time of my departing is at hand.
7 I have fought a good fight, and have finished my course: I have kept the faith.
8 For henceforth is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous Judge shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love that his appearing.
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- 2 Timothy 4:6 He foretelleth his death to be at hand, and setteth before them an excellent example, both of invincible constancy and sure hope.
- 2 Timothy 4:6 To be offered for a drink offering: and he alludeth to the pouring out of blood or wine which was used in sacrifices.
2 Timothy 4:6-8
New International Version
6 For I am already being poured out like a drink offering,(A) and the time for my departure is near.(B) 7 I have fought the good fight,(C) I have finished the race,(D) I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me(E) the crown of righteousness,(F) which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day(G)—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.(H)
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