1 Timothy 2:13-15
What is written? (ESV)
For Adam was formed first, then Eve; and Adam was not deceived, but the woman was deceived and became a transgressor. Yet she will be saved through childbearing—if they continue in faith and love and holiness, with self-control.
What does it say?
For God made Adam first, and then Eve. Additionally, Adam was not deceived, but the woman was and became a sinner. However, she will be saved through childbearing while behaving in faith, love, and holiness with self-control.
What is its immediate context?
Paul, appointed as preacher and apostle in “faith and truth” (vs 7), is instructing the young preacher Timothy in various matters of his personal faith, and in this chapter turns specifically to instructions for members of the church. He starts with more universal instruction (vss 1-6) before turning to specific roles within local assemblies. First for men (vs 8), women (vss 9-15), elders (3:1-7), and deacons (3:8-13).
How 1 Timothy 2:13-15 is applied across Bible answers
What does saved through childbearing mean (1 Timothy 2:15)?
The conclusion of Paul's address to women in the church (e.g. Christian women) - that they remain steadfast in their faith/salvation, reminding them most of all to remain submissive in their behavior (e.g. "faithful, loving, holy with self-control").
