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2 Timothy 1:8
Therefore don't be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner; but endure hardship for the Good News according to the power of God,
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Interpretation

2 Timothy 1:8 shows a not ashamed that takes shape in meals and meetings—listen for "therefore" and "don't". Entrust not ashamed when pressure tempts shortcuts—make holiness concrete.

Context

In 2 Timothy (Epistle/Letter), highlighting not ashamed. Within ch. 1, a small unit frames the emphasis. Watch the terms “therefore” and “don't”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Early attribution points to Paul for 2 Timothy. A common scholarly view of 2 Timothy: Pastoral; widely viewed as pseudonymous.. Date: AD 80–100. This verse leans into apostolic community.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Pastoral; widely viewed as pseudonymous.
Date:AD 80–100
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not change the overall sense.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46