Detailed Explanation in English

1 Timothy 6:11 presents a clear directive for personal spiritual growth, duty, and character. Written by the Apostle Paul to his younger protégé Timothy, this passage acts as a guide for every believer who seeks to live a life devoted to God. The structure of the verse contains three core elements: a unique title (“O man of God”), a deliberate retreat (“flee these things”), and a active pursuit (“follow after” six specific virtues).

1. The Call and Title: “O Man of God”

Paul addresses Timothy with the title “man of God”. In Old Testament history, this specific title was reserved for prophets and leaders like Moses, Elijah, and Elisha—individuals who were entirely consecrated to God’s ministry and truth. By extending this title to Timothy, Paul reminds him of his identity and high calling. Identity dictates behavior: someone set apart for God must live in alignment with God’s holy standards.

2. The Negative Command: “Flee These Things”

Before instructing Timothy on what to do, Paul instructs him on what to run away from. The command to “flee” (pheuge in Greek) implies continuous, intentional action.

What are “these things”?

  • In the context of 1 Timothy 6, Paul is warning against false teachings, endless arguments, envy, division, and the dangerous love of money or pursuit of material gain (1 Timothy 6:3–10).

  • It serves as a reminder that avoiding sin often requires physical, mental, and spiritual distance. True wisdom lies in knowing when to turn away from corrupting influences rather than testing one’s own willpower.

3. The Positive Command: “Follow After”

Fleeing evil is only half of the Christian journey; spiritual vacuums must be filled with good. Paul calls Timothy to “follow after” (or pursue eagerly) six foundational virtues:

  1. Righteousness: Upright conduct, fair dealings with others, and living in complete obedience to God’s moral standards.

  2. Godliness: Deep-seated reverence and devotion to God that manifests in daily attitude, worship, and reverence.

  3. Faith: Unwavering trust and reliance on God’s character, promises, and divine providence.

  4. Love: Selfless, sacrificial care (agape) toward God and fellow human beings.

  5. Patience: Steadfast endurance under trial, opposition, or suffering without giving up.

  6. Meekness: Humility, gentleness, and strength under control when interacting with others.

Detailed Explanation in Urdu (تفصیلی وضاحت)

۱. آیت مبارکہ اور اس کا پس منظر

پہلا تیمتھیس ۶:۱۱ پولس رسول کی طرف سے اپنے شاگرد تیمتھیس کے نام ایک ہدایت نامہ ہے۔ اس آیت میں پولس ایک ایماندار کو گناہ، لالچ اور دنیاوی گمراہیوں سے دور رہنے اور اس کے بدلے روحانی صفات کی پیروی کرنے کی ہدایت دیتا ہے۔

۲. “اے خدا کے مرد” (O Man of God)

اس آیت میں پولس تیمتھیس کو “خدا کا مرد” کہہ کر مخاطب کرتا ہے۔ پرانے عہد نامے میں یہ لقب ان انبیاء اور خادمین کے لیے استعمال ہوتا تھا جو خدا کے لیے مخصوص اور وفادار تھے۔ جب ایک ایماندار کو “خدا کا بندہ” یا “خدا کا مرد” کہا جاتا ہے تو اس کا مطلب ہے کہ اس کا تعلق اس دنیا کی ترجیحات سے نہیں بلکہ خدا کے اعلیٰ مقصد سے ہے۔

۳. “ان باتوں سے بھاگ” (Flee These Things)

پولس تیمتھیس کو ہدایت دیتا ہے کہ وہ “ان باتوں سے بھاگے”۔ اس سے مراد وہ تمام چیزیں ہیں جن کا ذکر ۱ تیمتھیس ۶ کے ابتدائی حصوں میں کیا گیا ہے:

  • روپئے پیسے کی محبت اور لالچ۔

  • بے فائدہ بحث و مباحثے اور حسد۔

  • دنیاوی فائدے کے لیے دین داری کا دکھاوا کرنا۔

بدی اور گناہ کے مواقع سے دور بھاگنا کمزوری نہیں بلکہ روحانی دانشمندی کی علامت ہے۔

۴. روحانی صفات کی پیروی کرنا (Follow After)

بدی سے دور رہنا کافی نہیں ہے، بلکہ سچائی اور نیکی کی طرف بڑھنا بھی ضروری ہے۔ پولس چھ بنیادی خصوصیات کی پیروی کرنے کی تاکید کرتا ہے:

  1. راستبازی (Righteousness): خدا کی مرضی کے مطابق درست زندگی بسر کرنا اور انسانوں کے ساتھ انصاف اور سچائی کا سلوک کرنا۔

  2. دین داری (Godliness): دل میں خدا کا خوف اور احترام رکھنا اور اپنی عملی زندگی کو خدا کی تعظیم کا ذریعہ بنانا۔

  3. ایمان (Faith): مشکلات اور آزمائشوں میں خدا کے وعدوں پر کامل بھروسہ رکھنا۔

  4. محبت (Love): خدا اور اپنے پڑوسی کے لیے بے غرض اور قربانی دینے والی محبت کا اظہار کرنا۔

  5. صبر (Patience): دکھ، تکلیف اور مخالفت کے باوجود ثابت قدم رہنا۔

  6. حلم / فروتنی (Meekness): عاجزی، نرم مزاجی اور دوسروں کے ساتھ فروتنی سے پیش آنا۔

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