2 Timothy 1:13

"Hold fast the form of sound words, which thou hast heard of me, in faith and love which is in Christ Jesus."

The inspiration for the design of this shirt comes from an old nautical command to "HOLD FAST". This command would be given, especially in rough or stormy seas, for the the sailors to hold tightly to the ship's rigging to avoid being injured or washed overboard. Over time, sailors and deckhands would superstitiously tattoo this phrase across their knuckles, believing this would help them maintain a firm grip on the lines.

Inspirationally, this phrase that Paul uses, emphasizes the urgency to "HOLD FAST" to God's word, specifically "SOUND" words during difficult or stormy seasons, as if our life depends on it.