Truth & Righteousness - Week 4: Monday

2 Timothy 2:22

Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

Commentary

St. Basil the Great
Immediately after the temptation, flee it as if it were a venomous sting, according to the words of Solomon concerning the wicked woman: “Do not set your eye on her, but leap back; do not delay.”

Questions

• Why does St. Paul use the words “flee” and “pursue” when referring to our relationship with temptations and righteousness?

• What is the importance of fleeing quickly from temptation, without delay?