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2024-10-20 commentary

@carol66944 The subject of δεῖ is always 3rd person singular in the New Testament. The subject has to be determined by the context. δεῖ implies necessity or obligation. Paul uses it instead of "you" because it applies to anyone in Timothy's role.

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