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Prayer for Leaders and Peaceable Living: Theological Civics in 1 Timothy 2:2

Ὑπὲρ βασιλέων καὶ πάντων τῶν ἐν ὑπεροχῇ ὄντων, ἵνα ἤρεμον καὶ ἡσύχιον βίον διάγωμεν ἐν πάσῃ εὐσεβείᾳ καὶ σεμνότητι (1 Timothy 2:2)

On behalf of kings and all who are in high position, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

1 Timothy 2:2 is part of Paul’s call to intercessory prayer for all people, with particular emphasis on those in positions of political power. The goal is not political dominance, but the cultivation of a quiet, godly life. The Greek structure flows from intercession to result, highlighting the Christian vision for civic peace rooted in piety and dignity.… Learn Koine Greek

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