And if a man also strive for masteries, [yet] is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.
Berean Study Bible (BSB) - 2-timothy 2:5 >Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.
Textus Receptus (TR) - 2-timothy 2:5 >Ἐὰν δὲ καὶ ἀθλῇ τις, οὐ στεφανοῦται ἐὰν μὴ νομίμως ἀθλήσῃ.