Verse Comparison: 2 Timothy 2:9
American Standard Version
wherein I suffer hardship unto bonds, as a malefactor; but the word of God is not bound.
Amplified® Bible
For that [Gospel] I am suffering affliction {and} even wearing chains like a criminal. But the Word of God is not chained {or} imprisoned!
Darby English Version
in which I suffer even unto bonds as an evil-doer: but the word of God is not bound.
International Standard Version
Because of it I am experiencing trouble, even to the point of being chained like a criminal. However, God's word is not chained.
King James Version
Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, even unto bonds; but the word of God is not bound.
Young's Literal Translation
in which I suffer evil -- unto bonds, as an evil-doer, but the word of God hath not been bound;