Paul even offered him advice on how to deal with the frequent cases of sickness that beset the young man, possibly a recurring stomach ailment. ​ — 1 Timothy 5: 23.
Paulus bahkan memberinya nasihat tentang cara mengatasi penyakit yang sering ­ dialaminya, mungkin penyakit lambung. ​ — 1 Timotius 5: 23.