Vincent Word Studies - 2 Timothy 3:5 - 3:5

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A form (μόρφωσιν)

Only here and Rom 2:20. Μορφὴ Form (for the want of any other rendering) is the expression or embodiment of the essential and permanent being of that which is expressed Μόρφωσις, lit. forming or shaping. Yet the meaning differs in different passages. In Rom 2:20, μόρφωσις is the truthful embodiment of knowledge and truth as contained in the law of God. Here, the mere outward semblance, as distinguished from the essential reality.

The power (τὴν δύναμιν)

The practical virtue. Comp. 1Co 4:20. It is impossible to overlook the influence of Rom 1:29-31 in shaping this catalogue.

Turn away (ἀποτρέπου)

N.T.o. Comp. παραιτοῦ avoid, 2Ti 2:23; ἐκτρεπόμενος turning away, 1Ti 6:20; and ἐκκλίνετε turn away, Rom 16:17.