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2 Timothy 2:2

2 And entrust what you heard me say ^{▼▼ Grk “what you heard from me” (cf. 1:13).} in the presence of many others as witnesses ^{▼▼ Grk “through many witnesses.” The “through” is used here to show attendant circumstances: “accompanied by,” “in the presence of.”} to faithful people ^{▼▼ Grk “faithful men”; but here ἀνθρώποις (anthrōpois) is generic, referring to both men and women.} who will be competent ^{▼▼ Or “able” (see Paul’s use of this word in regard to ministry in 2 Cor 2:16; 3:5–6).} to teach others as well.