2 Thessalonians 3

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 3 of 3

1 For the rest, brothers, pray concerning us, that the Word of the Lord may run and be glorified, even as also it has with you,

2 and that we may be delivered from harmful and evil men. For the faith is not of all men.

3 But the Lord is faithful who will establish and will guard you from the evil.

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Chapter Summary

1 He craves their prayers, 5 makes request to God in their behalf, 6 and gives them diverse precepts.

Key Greek Words

ἵνα albeit, because, to the intent (that) G2443
⸀παραγγέλλομεν declare G3853
εἰς against, among, as G1519
παρ’ above, against, among G3844
δῶμεν adventure, bestow, bring forth G1325

People & Context

Prayer Request

Paul asks the Thessalonians to pray that the Word of the Lord may run and be glorified, and that the apostles may be delivered from harmful and evil m…

The Lord is Faithful

Paul affirms that the Lord is faithful and will establish and guard the Thessalonians from the evil one, expressing confidence that they will continue…

Command Against Disorderly Conduct

Paul commands withdrawal from every brother walking disorderly, reminding them of his own example of working night and day to avoid burdening anyone, …

Timeline

Prayer Request

Paul asks the Thessalonians to pray that the Word of the Lord may run and be glorified, and that the apostles may be delivered from harmful and evil men.

2 Thessalonians 3:1-2
The Lord is Faithful

Paul affirms that the Lord is faithful and will establish and guard the Thessalonians from the evil one, expressing confidence that they will continue doing what is commanded.

2 Thessalonians 3:3-5
Command Against Disorderly Conduct

Paul commands withdrawal from every brother walking disorderly, reminding them of his own example of working night and day to avoid burdening anyone, and establishing the rule that whoever will not work should not eat.

2 Thessalonians 3:6-10

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