1 Timothy 2:2

Full Chapter

September 17, 2025

KJV

For kings, and [for] all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.

BSB

for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.

WEB

for kings and all who are in high places; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence.

YLT

for kings, and all who are in authority, that a quiet and peaceable life we may lead in all piety and gravity,

F.O.G Original

(2) For kings and all who are in rulership so that we may lead a tranquil and well ordered livelihood in all godliness and dignity.

F.O.G

(2) For kings and all who are in rulership so that we may lead a tranquil and well ordered livelihood in all godliness and dignity.

F.O.G MSG

²Pray especially for kings, presidents, prime ministers, and all who hold positions of governmental authorityᵃ, so that we might live peaceful, quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.

Footnotes:

²ᵃ Governmental authority: Paul includes all levels of government, from local magistrates to emperors, emphasizing that believers should pray for political stability and religious freedom.