1 Timothy 2:2-4

2:2 even for kings ¹  and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. 2:3 Such prayer for all ²  is good and welcomed before God our Savior, 2:4 since he wants ³  all people ⁴  to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.

¹ tn For “even for kings” the Greek says simply “for kings.”

² tn Grk “this”; the referent (such prayer for all, referring to vv. 1-2) is specified in the translation for clarity.

³ tn Grk “who wants…” (but showing why such prayer is pleasing to God).

⁴ tn Grk “all men”; but here ἀνθρώπους (anqrwpous) is used generically, referring to both men and women.