2 Timothy 2:23

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

وَابْتَعِدْ دائِماً عَنِ المُجادَلاتِ السَّخِيفَةِ الغَبِيَّةِ، لِأنَّكَ تَعرِفُ أنَّها تُوَلِّدُ المُشاجَراتِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us to avoid silly questions that can cause arguments and fights. Paul is advising Timothy not to engage in debates that lead to conflict.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who keeps asking you annoying questions just to start an argument. This verse says it's better to walk away from those kinds of questions because they only make things worse, like a fight over toys.

Historical Background

This passage was written by Paul in the New Testament to his young protégé Timothy around AD 67-68. It is part of a series of letters where Paul gives guidance on how to live as a Christian and deal with various challenges within the church community.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse might apply to someone who constantly gets into arguments online about politics or religion. Instead of engaging in these debates that often lead nowhere, it would be better to focus on more constructive conversations.

Topics

• conflict resolution
• wisdom
• advice
• avoidance of strife
• faithful living
• church guidance

Related Verses

• Proverbs 26:4
• Titus 3:9
• Romans 16:17-18
• Galatians 5:20
• Ephesians 4:29

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Paul tell Timothy to avoid certain questions?

Paul advises Timothy to avoid foolish and unlearned questions because such inquiries often lead to unnecessary strife and can distract from the true mission of spreading God's word.

What kind of questions should Christians avoid according to this verse?

Christians should avoid questions that are trivial or based on incomplete knowledge, as these tend to generate arguments rather than edifying discussions.

How can someone know if a question is unlearned or foolish?

An unlearned or foolish question might be one that stems from ignorance of the context or is asked with the intent to provoke or confuse, rather than seek genuine understanding.

What are some practical ways to avoid strife in discussions?

To avoid strife, focus on building up others through your words and actions, listen actively, and choose not to engage when you sense a discussion may turn contentious.