Discovery Box2 Timothy 2:20-22 
Context2:20 Now in a wealthy home 1 there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also ones made of wood and of clay, and some are for honorable use, but others for ignoble use. 2 2:21 So if someone cleanses himself of such behavior, 3 he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart, useful for the Master, prepared for every good work. 2:22 But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others 4 who call on the Lord from a pure heart. 5
1 tn Grk “a great house.”
2 tn Grk “for dishonor,” probably referring to vessels used for refuse or excrement.
3 tn Grk “from these,” alluding to the errors and deeds of the false teachers described in vv. 14-19.
4 tn Grk “and peace, with those.”
5 sn In company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart alludes to the value of the community of believers for the development of Christian virtues.
