2Ti 1:4 | JFB | STEP | 4. desiring — Greek, "with yearning as for one much missed. " mindful of thy tears —not only at our parting ( ), but also often when under pious feelings. that I may be filled with joy —to be joined with "desiring to see thee" ( ).

2 Timothy 1:4

4. desiring—Greek, "with yearning as for one much missed."

mindful of thy tears—not only at our parting (Ac 20:37), but also often when under pious feelings.

that I may be filled with joy—to be joined with "desiring to see thee" (Ro 1:11, 12; 15:32).