2 Thessalonians 2 KJV
1 Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together unto him,
2 That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.
3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;
4 Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God.
5 Remember ye not, that, when I was yet with you, I told you these things?
6 And now ye know what withholdeth that he might be revealed in his time.
2 Thessalonians 2 (New Testament)
7 For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way.
8 And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the Lord shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming:
9 Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders,
10 And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved.
11 And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie:
12 That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.
2 Thess.2 (New Testament)
13 But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:
14 Whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.
15 Therefore, brethren, stand fast, and hold the traditions which ye have been taught, whether by word, or our epistle.
16 Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace,
17 Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work.
| Greek Word + Transliteration + Meaning | Verse + Snippet | Scholarly Notes |
|---|---|---|
| παρουσία — parousia — coming, arrival | Verse 1 — “by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ…” | Parousia signifies the royal arrival of Christ. Paul combats false claims by anchoring hope in the true event. The term emphasizes sovereignty in the second coming. — Richard Trench, Synonyms of the New Testament (1896) |
| ἐπισυναγωγή — episynagōgē — gathering together | Verse 1 — “…and by our gathering together unto him.” | Episynagōgē describes the eschatological assembling of believers. Paul uses it to reassure the church of future unity. The term highlights communal hope. — Franz Delitzsch, Biblical Commentary (1884) |
| σαλεύω — saleuō — shake, disturb | Verse 2 — “…be not soon shaken in mind…” | Saleuō conveys mental or emotional agitation. Paul urges stability in doctrine. The term marks the danger of deceptive teaching. — Joseph Henry Thayer, Lexicon (1889) |
| ἀποστασία — apostasia — falling away, rebellion | Verse 3 — “…that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first…” | Apostasia describes deliberate rebellion against divine truth. Paul outlines prophetic sequence to correct false alarm. The term frames eschatological departure. — Philip Schaff, Commentary (1882) |
| ἄνομος — anomos — lawless one | Verse 8 — “…that Wicked be revealed…” | Anomos identifies the eschatological figure of lawlessness. Paul contrasts this one with Christ’s destruction of him. The term highlights moral anarchy. — James Hastings, Dictionary of the Bible (1898) |
| ἐνέργεια — energeia — working, operation | Verse 9 — “…after the working of Satan…” | Energeia denotes powerful supernatural activity. Paul attributes deceptive signs to satanic influence. The term reveals the spiritual dimension of eschatological conflict. — Franz Delitzsch, Commentary (1884) |
| πλάνη — planē — deception, delusion | Verse 11 — “…God shall send them strong delusion…” | Planē conveys wandering into error. Paul views this as judgment upon willful unbelief. The term underscores consequences of rejecting truth. — Richard Trench, Synonyms (1896) |
| ἁγιασμός — hagiasmos — sanctification | Verse 13 — “…through sanctification of the Spirit…” | Hagiasmos denotes consecration through the Spirit’s work. Paul roots salvation in divine transformation. The term integrates holiness with election. — Joseph Henry Thayer, Lexicon (1889) |
| παράδοσις — paradosis — tradition, instruction | Verse 15 — “…stand fast, and hold the traditions…” | Paradosis refers to authoritative apostolic teaching. Paul urges adherence to transmitted truth. The term safeguards doctrinal continuity. — B. F. Westcott, Revelation of the Risen Lord (1898) |
| παράκλησις — paraklēsis — comfort, exhortation | Verse 16 — “…everlasting consolation…” | Paraklēsis expresses strengthening encouragement. Paul attributes it to divine grace. The term anchors hope amid eschatological tension. — Philip Schaff, Church History (1890) |
Chapter 2
Verse: "So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter." (2 Thessalonians 2:15)
Lesson: In this chapter, Paul warns the Thessalonians about false teachings and the coming of the man of lawlessness. He urges them to stand firm in their faith and to hold onto the teachings they received from him.
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Conclusion: We must be vigilant against false teachings and cling to the truth of God's Word. We should also seek to grow in our understanding of God's teachings, so that we are not led astray by false prophets.
Prayer points: Dear God, help us to discern the truth from falsehood and to stand firm in our faith. Guide us in our pursuit of knowledge and understanding of your teachings, so that we may not be led astray by false prophets.
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