1 Timothy 2:13
1 Timothy 2:13 in Multiple Translations
For Adam was formed first, and then Eve.
For Adam was first formed, then Eve.
For Adam was first formed, then Eve;
For Adam was first formed, then Eve;
For Adam was made first, and then Eve.
For Adam was first formed, then Eue.
for Adam was first formed, then Eve,
For Adam was formed first, then Eve.
For Adam was first formed, then Eve.
For Adam was first formed; then Eve.
Keep in mind that God made Adam first, and afterwards he made Eve,
You see, God made people a long time ago, and he made the man first. His name was Adam. After that, he made the woman. Her name was Eve.
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1 Timothy 2:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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αδαμ
γαρ
πρωτος
επλασθη
ειτα
ευα
αδαμ
Adam
G76
Adam
Noun-PRI
γαρ
gar
G1063
for
Conj
πρωτος
prōtos
G4413
first
Adj-NSM-S
επλασθη
plassō
G4111
to mold
Verb-API-3S
ειτα
eita
G1534
then
Adv
ευα
Eua
G2096
Eve
Noun-NSF
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Greek Word Reference — 1 Timothy 2:13
αδαμ
Adam
G76
"Adam"
Noun-PRI
Adam, the first man created by God, is what this word represents. It is also used to symbolize Jesus as the representative of humanity.
Definition: Ἀδάμ, ὁ indecl. (Heb. אָדָם), Adam: Luk.3:38, Rom.5:14, 1Co.15:22,45, 1Ti.2:13,14 Ju 14. Christ ὁ ἔσχατος Ἀ., 1Co.15:45.† (AS)
Usage: Occurs in 7 NT verses. KJV: Adam See also: 1 Corinthians 15:22; 1 Timothy 2:14; Romans 5:14.
γαρ
gar
G1063
"for"
Conj
For is a word used to explain or give a reason, often introducing a justification or clarification, as seen in Matthew 4:18 and Romans 7:1. It's a conjunction that connects ideas and provides additional information.
Definition: γάρ, co-ordinating particle, contr. of γε ἄρα, verily then, hence, in truth, indeed, yea, then, why, and when giving a reason or explanation, for, the usage in NT being in general accord with that of cl.; __1. explicative and epexegetic: Mat.4:18 19:12, Mrk.1:16 5:42 16:4, Luk.11:3o, Rom.7:1, 1Co.16:5, al. __2. Conclusive, in questions, answers and exclamations: Mat.9:5 27:23, Luk.9:25 22:27, Jhn.9:30, Act.8:31 16:37 19:35, Rom.15:26, 1Co.9:10, Php.1:18 (Ellic., in l.), 1Th.2:20, al. __3. Causal: Mat.1:21 2:2, 5, 6, 3:23, Mrk.1:22, 9:6, Luk.1:15, 18, Jhn.2:25, Act.2:25, Rom.1:9, 11, 1Co.11:5, Rev.1:3, al.; giving the reason for a command or prohibition, Mat.2:20 3:9, Rom.13:11, Col.3:3, 1Th.4:3, al.; where the cause is contained in an interrog. statement, Luk.22:27, Rom.3:3 4:3, 1Co.10:29; καὶ γάρ, for also, Mrk.10:45, Luk.6:32, 1Co.5:7, al. id. as in cl. = etenim, where the καί loses its connective force (Bl., §78, 6; Kühner 3, ii, 854f.), Mrk.14:70, Luk.1:66 22:37, 2Co.13:4. The proper place of γάρ is after the first word in a clause, but in poets it often comes third or fourth, and so in late prose: 2Co.1:19. Yet "not the number but the nature of the word after which it stands is the point to be noticed" (see Thayer, see word). (AS)
Usage: Occurs in 1011 NT verses. KJV: and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet See also: 1 Corinthians 1:11; 1 John 2:19; 1 Peter 2:19.
πρωτος
prōtos
G4413
"first"
Adj-NSM-S
The Greek word for first or foremost, used in Luke 14:18 and 1 Corinthians 14:30. It can refer to the first in a sequence, like the first day of the week, or the most important thing, like the first commandment.
Definition: B. Superl., πρῶτος, -η, -ον, [in LXX chiefly for רִאשׁוֹן, also for אֶחַד, etc. ;] first, __1. of Time or Place; __(a) absol., as subst., ὁ π.., Luk.14:18, Jhn.19:32, 1Co.14:30; ὁ π. καὶ ὁ ἔσχατος, Rev.1:17 2:8 22:13; neut., τὸ π., opposite to τ. δεύτερον, Heb.10:9; τὰ π., opposite to τ. ἔσχατα, Mat.12:45, Luk.11:26, 2Pe.2:20; anarth., Mat.10:2; pl., Mat.19:30, Mrk.10:31, Luk.13:30; ἐν πρώτοις (EV, first of all), 1Co.15:3; __(b) as adj.: πρώτῃ; (sc. ἡμέρᾳ) σαββάτου, Mk 16:[9]; φυλακή, opposite to δευτέρα, Act.12:10; equiv. to adv. in English, Jhn.8:[7] 20:4, 8 Act.27:43, Rom.10:19, 1Ti.1:16, 1Jn.4:19; = πρότερος (see infr.; cf. M, Pr., 79; Bl, §11, 5; Thackeray, Gr., 183f.): with genitive, π. μου ἦν (my chief: Abbott, Jg., 509ff.; but cf. M, Pr., 245), Jhn.1:15, 30; with art., Mrk.14:12, Act.1:1, al.; before ὁ δεύτερος, etc., Mat.22:25, Mrk.12:20, al. __2. Of Rank or Dignity, chief, principal: Mat.20:27 22:38, Mrk.9:35, Eph.6:2, al.; with genitive, Mrk.12:28, 29 al.; πόλις (Field, Notes, 124), Act.16:12; with art., Luk.15:22 19:47, Act.13:50, al. __3. Neut., πρῶτον, as adv., first, at the first; __(a) of Time: Mat.8:21, Mrk.4:28, al.; τὸ π., Jhn.10:40, al.; __(b) of Order: Rom.3:2, 1Co.11:18, al. (AS)
Usage: Occurs in 93 NT verses. KJV: before, beginning, best, chief(-est), first (of all), former See also: 1 Corinthians 14:30; Luke 15:22; Hebrews 8:7.
επλασθη
plassō
G4111
"to mold"
Verb-API-3S
To shape or form something, used in Romans 9:26 and 1 Timothy 2:13 to describe God's creative power.
Definition: πλάσσω [in LXX chiefly for יָצַר ;] to form, mould: Rom.9:26 (LXX), 1Ti.2:13.† (AS)
Usage: Occurs in 2 NT verses. KJV: form See also: 1 Timothy 2:13; Romans 9:20.
ειτα
eita
G1534
"then"
Adv
The Greek word for 'then' shows sequence or time, like in Mark 8:25 and 1 Timothy 3:10. It can also mean 'moreover' or 'next' in a list. This word helps us understand when and how events happen in the Bible.
Definition: εἶτα adv., denoting sequence; __1. of time; then, next: Mrk.8:25, Luk.8:12, Jhn.13:5 19:27 20:27, 1Ti.3:10, Jas.1:15; before genitive abs., Mrk.4:17; in enumerations, 1Co.15:5 15:7 15:24, 1Ti.2:13. __2. In argument; __(a) therefore, then, __(b) furthermore: Heb.12:9 (cf. εἶτεν).† (AS)
Usage: Occurs in 15 NT verses. KJV: after that(-ward), furthermore, then See also: 1 Corinthians 12:28; James 1:15; Hebrews 12:9.
ευα
Eua
G2096
"Eve"
Noun-NSF
This word refers to Eve, the first woman created by God, as mentioned in 2 Corinthians 11:3 and 1 Timothy 2:13. She was the wife of Adam and the mother of Cain and Abel.
Definition: Εὔα (WH, Εὔα, § 408; Rec. Εὖα; S (in I Ti), Εὖα), -ας, ἡ (Heb. חַוָּה, Gen.3:20), Eve, wife of Adam: 2Co.11:3, 1Ti.2:13.† (AS)
Usage: Occurs in 2 NT verses. KJV: Eve See also: 1 Timothy 2:13; 2 Corinthians 11:3.
Study Notes — 1 Timothy 2:13
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- Context
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- 1 Timothy 2:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
- Sermons on 1 Timothy 2:13
Context — Instructions to Women
11A woman must learn in quietness and full submissiveness.
12I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; she is to remain quiet.
13For Adam was formed first, and then Eve.
14And it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman who was deceived and fell into transgression. 15Women, however, will be saved through childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 2:18 | The LORD God also said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make for him a suitable helper.” |
| 2 | 1 Corinthians 11:8–9 | For man did not come from woman, but woman from man. Neither was man created for woman, but woman for man. |
| 3 | Genesis 1:27 | So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. |
| 4 | Genesis 2:22 | And from the rib that the LORD God had taken from the man, He made a woman and brought her to him. |
| 5 | Genesis 2:7 | Then the LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed the breath of life into his nostrils, and the man became a living being. |
1 Timothy 2:13 Summary
[This verse reminds us that God created Adam first, and then Eve, establishing a specific order and purpose for men and women. This order is not about superiority or inferiority, but about the distinct roles that God has given to each, as seen in Ephesians 5:22-33. By understanding and respecting this order, we can live in harmony with God's plan and purpose for our lives, as seen in 1 Corinthians 11:3. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can apply these principles to our own lives and relationships, and how we can demonstrate humility and submission to God's ordained order.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the order of creation matter in this verse?
The order of creation is significant because it establishes the roles and responsibilities of men and women, as seen in the context of 1 Timothy 2:11-12, and is rooted in the creation account in Genesis 1:26-27 and Genesis 2:18-24.
Is this verse suggesting that women are inferior to men?
No, this verse is not suggesting that women are inferior to men, but rather it is highlighting the order of creation and the distinct roles that God has ordained for men and women, as seen in Ephesians 5:22-33 and 1 Peter 3:1-7.
How does this verse relate to the Fall of humanity in Genesis 3?
This verse is closely tied to the Fall of humanity, as seen in the following verse, 1 Timothy 2:14, which notes that it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman, highlighting the consequences of disobedience and the importance of understanding our God-given roles, as seen in Genesis 3:1-7.
What is the significance of Adam being formed first?
The significance of Adam being formed first is that it establishes his role as the leader and head of the human race, as seen in 1 Corinthians 11:3 and Ephesians 5:23, and sets the stage for the distinct roles that men and women are to play in the church and in society, as seen in 1 Timothy 2:11-12.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to understand and respect the order of creation in my own life and relationships?
- How can I apply the principles of this verse to my role in the church and in my community?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate humility and submission to God's ordained order, as seen in this verse and in other scriptures such as Ephesians 5:21 and 1 Peter 5:5?
- How can I balance the desire for equality and mutual respect in my relationships with the biblical teaching on distinct roles and responsibilities?
- What are some ways that I can show appreciation and respect for the unique roles that God has given to men and women, as seen in this verse and in other scriptures such as Galatians 3:28 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Timothy 2:13
For Adam was first formed,.... Immediately by God, out of the dust of the earth; and the breath of life was breathed into him, and he became a living soul; thus wonderfully and fearfully was he made;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Timothy 2:13
For Adam was first formed, then Eve. For - Reason of the precept: the original order of creation. Adam was first - before Eve, who was created for him (1 Corinthians 11:8-9).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
The man had the priority of the woman in his creation, he was not made for her, but she was made for a help-mate mate for him; therefore she, being made for him, ought to usurp no authority over him.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
13 For Adam was first formed, then Eve. Ver. 13. For Adam was first formed] επλασθη. As the vessel is formed by the potter out of the clay. See Genesis 2:7. The common opinion is, that the very same day επλασθηκαιεξηλασθη, he was formed and driven out; that he lodged not one night in Paradise; so sudden was the serpent’ s seducing, his wife’ s consenting, his yielding, God’ s execution. Then Eve] For Adam’ s use and help, therefore she must not take upon her. Howbeit the Jews are out, that hold women to be of a lower creation, made only for the propagation and pleasure of man; also that they have not so divine a soul as men, and therefore they suffer them not to enter into the synagogue, but appoint them a gallery without. Their Rabbis (who have as many foolish dreams about the Old Testament as the Friars have about the New) conceive both Adam and Eve to be created without the use of reason; and that the tree of knowledge was to accelerate it. Socinians also say (but falsely) that they were as simple and weak as little children; otherwise they would not have so sinned.
Cuius contrarium verum est.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
(13) For Adam was first formed, then Eve.—The Holy Spirit seems often (comp. especially Galatians 3:16 and following verses, and 4:22 and following verses, and 1 Corinthians 10:1-10) to have moved St. Paul to weave into the tapestry of his arguments and exhortations to the different churches, facts and principles drawn from Old Testament history. His early training in the great Rabbinical schools of Jerusalem had well supplied him with a vast store of this Old Testament learning. The argument here based on priority of creation is much assisted by the additional statement of 1 Corinthians 11:9, “neither was the man created for the woman, but the woman for the man.” This teaching of St. Paul’s respecting the public position of woman as regards man, in which he shows that she is to hold a subordinate place—is based upon no arbitrary human speculation, but upon God’s original order in creation—that divine order which first created man, and after man’s creation, formed woman as his helpmeet.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
Verse 13. For Adam was first formed, then Eve.] And by this very act God designed that he should have the pre-eminence. God fitted man, by the robust construction of his body, to live a public life, to contend with difficulties, and to be capable of great exertions. The structure of woman's body plainly proves that she was never designed for those exertions required in public life. In this the chief part of the natural inferiority of woman is to be sought.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Timothy 2:13
13. ‘The Apostle appeals to the original order and course of things. By inverting this relative position and calling—the helpmate assuming the place of the head or guide, and the head facilely yielding to her governance—was the happy constitution of Paradise overthrown.’ Fairbairn.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 2:13
For Adam was first formed, then Eve - The apostle, in this verse, and the following, gives reasons why a woman should occupy a subordinate situation, and not usurp authority.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:13
13. This law of nature our apostle authenticates by the sacred history of the creation. Adam was first formed—And Eve added as the “help meet” for the original man.
Sermons on 1 Timothy 2:13
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The Head of the Serpent Bruised by the Seed of the Woman. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on Genesis 3:15, emphasizing the profound implications of God's promise that the seed of the woman would bruise the head of the serpent, symbolizing the ultimate |
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Of the Sin and Fall of Our First Parents. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on the sin and fall of Adam and Eve, emphasizing how they transgressed God's command and fell from their original state of integrity into sin and misery. He expl |
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(Biblical Family) Biblical Manhood - Part 1 by Voddie Baucham | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the topic of biblical manhood and what qualities a man must possess to reflect it. The first quality mentioned is a commitment to God-honoring |
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The Godly Home Part 4 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of obedience and submission to authority. He shares personal experiences of his travels and adventures, highlighting the benef |
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(Genesis) Genesis 2:18-20 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of companionship and marriage as God's intention for both men and women. He refers to the story of Adam and Eve, highlighting |
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Husbanding by Abner Kauffman | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the importance of taking care of our homes and families. He uses the analogy of threshing instruments to emphasize that each family is uniqu |
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What It Takes to Be a Man by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of love in winning people over. He uses a personal example of coming home after a difficult day and getting into an argument with |