#authenteo

Three Keys to 1 Timothy What if we've been trying to unlock 1 Timothy with a modern, western, perspective when the letter itself is based on the logic, customs, and Greek idiosyncrasies of the ancient near east? #1Timothy2:12 #egalitarian #MargMowczko

So, I’ve been spending quite a bit of time on just one verse of the Bible. Three weeks (so far) might seem like a crazy long time to sit and think about 12 Greek words (about 18 words, give or take, in English). Yet, so far, with this steady pace, I’ve learned the following: The Greek word “authentein” (found only once in the Bible, in this passage) was so rare people were not sure what it…

What is the Point of 1 Timothy 2:12? Timothy was to make sure everyone was properly educated before they were entrusted with being deacons and elders, teachers and leaders within the church. #1Timothy2:12 #WomenPastors #Egalitarian

As a follow-up on last week’s post, I read an excellent blog about the Greek word “epitrepo,” often translated as “I do not permit” in 1 Timothy 2:12, but much better translated as “I am not allowing.” Thank you to Marg Mowczko for her invaluable help with my question, and for her careful scholarship in researching the uses of this word in the New Testament. From here on in, I am going to use my…