but is now made manifest by the appearing of our Savior Jesus Christ, who has deprived death of its power, and brought life and incorruptibility to light through the gospel;

But the foundation of God stands firm, having this inscription: The Lord knows those who are his; and, Let every one that names the name of Christ depart from iniquity.

For of this sort are those who worm themselves into houses, and lead captive silly women that are laden with sins, and influenced by various desires,

henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me at that day; and not to me only, but to all those who love his appearing.

At my first defense no one stood by me, but all forsook me; may it not be laid to their charge: