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ἤρεμος
ēremos
G2263
G:A Greek

quiet

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eremos describes the tranquil quality sought for life under governing authorities.

The term describes the tranquil quality of the life sought in connection with kings and all in authority in 1 Timothy 2:2.

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  1. Tranquil quality of life · dominant

    In 1 Timothy 2:2, the accusative singular masculine form occurs in the stated aim that life may be lived under governing authorities; the APB renders the clause "a tranquil and quiet life."

In the Anselm Project Bible: In 1 Timothy 2:2, the APB presents the clause as "a tranquil and quiet life,".

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