2 Timothy 4:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil: the Lord reward him according to his works:

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Alexander the metalworker really hurt me badly, but I'm leaving it up to God to deal with him the way he deserves.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the best revenge is letting God handle it.

📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to his associate Timothy around the mid-60s CE. Paul, imprisoned in Rome and anticipating his execution, wrote to encourage Timothy in his ministry and to provide final instructions and warnings.

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