1 Timothy 6:16 Meaning and Explanation
“Who only hath immortality, dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto; whom no man hath seen, nor can see: to whom be honour and power everlasting. Amen.”
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What Does 1 Timothy 6:16 Mean?
Paul continues his praise. God alone possesses immortality in himself and dwells in light so brilliant that no one can approach it on their own.
No mortal has seen him in his full glory, nor can by their own strength. Such majesty calls forth honor and power forever. Paul ends with worship and an 'Amen,' bowing before the God whose glory surpasses all human reach, inviting the reader to bow as well.
1 Timothy 6:16 in the Original Language
athanasia (ἀθανασία), 'immortality' -- deathlessness, the quality of never perishing.
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What does 1 Timothy 6:16 mean?
God alone possesses immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light, deserving everlasting honor and power.