• 2 Timothy 4:21
    The Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures

    • 21 Σπούδασον Speed up πρὸ before χειμῶνος winter ἐλθεῖν. to come.

      ᾿Ασπάζεταί Is greeting σε you Εὔβουλος Eubulus καὶ and Πούδης Pudens καὶ and Λίνος Linus καὶ and Κλαυδία Claudia καὶ and οἱ the ἀδελφοὶ brothers πάντες. all.

  • 2 Timothy Study Notes—Chapter 4
    New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (Study Edition)

    • 4:21

      Do your utmost to arrive before winter: Paul wants Timothy to travel to Rome before winter, likely because the harsh winter months could make such a journey too hazardous. In the ancient Mediterranean world, travel by sea was restricted during late autumn, winter, and early spring. Storms were more frequent and dangerous. (Ac 27:9-44; see also Media Gallery, “Acts of Apostles​—Paul’s Trip to Rome and His First Imprisonment There.”) Furthermore, increased cloud cover​—along with rain, snow, and fog​—reduced visibility and made navigation difficult. Mariners had no compass to guide them, so they had to rely heavily on landmarks or on the positions of the sun, moon, and stars. Moreover, if Timothy were to arrive before winter and bring with him the cloak Paul had left in Troas, the apostle would have something to keep him warm during his imprisonment in the frigid winter months.​—2Ti 4:13; see also Media Gallery, “Bring the Cloak.”