2 Thessalonians 2

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The Day of the Lord

1 Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together unto him, References Jesus: 1 Thessalonians 2:19, 3:13, 2 Timothy 4:1. Parallel theme: Matthew 24:31, 25:32, Mark 13:27

2 That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by wordWord: λόγος (Logos). The Greek Logos (Λόγος) means word, reason, or message—the rational principle underlying reality. John identifies Christ as the eternal Logos: 'In the beginning was the Word' (John 1:1)., nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand. References Christ: Matthew 24:24, 1 Corinthians 1:8. Word: 1 Thessalonians 4:15. Spirit: Micah 2:11. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:17, Isaiah 7:2, Mark 13:7, Luke 21:9, 21:19, John 14:1 +5

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 sinSin: ἁμαρτία (Hamartia). The Greek hamartia (ἁμαρτία) means sin—missing the target of God's perfection. 'All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God' (Romans 3:23), requiring Christ's atoning sacrifice. be revealed, the son of perdition; Parallel theme: Daniel 7:25, 8:25, 11:36, John 17:12, 1 Corinthians 6:9, Ephesians 5:6, 1 John 2:18, Revelation 17:8, 17:11 +4

4 Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God. References God: Ezekiel 28:2, 28:6, 28:9, Daniel 11:36, 1 Corinthians 8:5. Temple: Daniel 11:45. Parallel theme: Daniel 7:8, 7:25 +3

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. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

7 For the mystery of iniquityIniquity: ἀνομία (Anomia). The Greek anomia (ἀνομία) means lawlessness—disregard for God's law. 'Sin is the transgression of the law' (1 John 3:4). Christ 'gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity' (Titus 2:14). doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way. Parallel theme: Acts 20:29, 1 John 2:18

8 And then shall that Wicked be revealed, whom the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. shall consume with the spirit of his mouth, and shall destroy with the brightness of his coming: References Lord: 2 Timothy 4:8. Evil: Isaiah 11:4, 1 John 5:18, Revelation 20:10. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 2:3, 2 Timothy 1:10, Titus 2:13, Hebrews 10:27, Revelation 2:16, 19:15 +5

9 Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, Parallel theme: Matthew 24:24, Mark 13:22, John 4:48, Acts 13:10, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Ephesians 2:2, Revelation 12:9, 18:23, 19:20, 20:10 +5

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. Salvation: Romans 10:1, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 2:15. Love: Proverbs 8:17, 1 Corinthians 16:22. Righteousness: 2 Corinthians 11:15. Parallel theme: Proverbs 1:7, Romans 16:18, Ephesians 4:14, 2 Peter 2:12 +5

11 And for this cause GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: References God: Romans 1:28. Faith: 1 Timothy 4:1. Parallel theme: Psalms 109:17, Isaiah 66:4, Ezekiel 14:9, 21:29, Matthew 24:5, 24:11, 1 Thessalonians 2:3 +4

12 That they all might be damned who believed not the truthTruth: ἀλήθεια (Aletheia). The Greek aletheia (ἀλήθεια) denotes truth or reality—that which corresponds to actuality. Jesus declared, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life' (John 14:6), embodying ultimate reality., but had pleasure in unrighteousness. Faith: Mark 16:16, John 3:36. Righteousness: Psalms 11:5, Romans 2:8. Parallel theme: Hosea 7:3, Romans 1:32, 12:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:9 +3

Stand Firm in the Gospel

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 salvationSalvation: σωτηρία (Soteria). The Greek soteria (σωτηρία) denotes salvation, deliverance, or preservation—rescue from sin's penalty and power. It encompasses justification, sanctification, and glorification. through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth: Salvation: 1 Thessalonians 5:9, 2 Timothy 1:9. References God: Romans 9:11. References Lord: Acts 13:48. Love: 2 Thessalonians 1:3, Ezekiel 16:8, Daniel 9:23, 1 Thessalonians 1:4, 1 John 4:10. Parallel theme: Isaiah 46:10 +5

14 Whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the gloryGlory: δόξα (Doxa). The Greek doxa (δόξα) means glory, splendor, or magnificence—the radiant manifestation of God's perfection. Christ revealed the Father's glory: 'we beheld his glory' (John 1:14). of our Lord Jesus Christ. References Jesus: Romans 2:16, 16:25. References Lord: Matthew 25:21. Glory: Romans 8:17, Ephesians 1:18, 1 Thessalonians 2:12, 1 Peter 5:10. Parallel theme: Psalms 16:11, 1 Thessalonians 1:5, Revelation 3:21 +5

15 Therefore, brethren, stand fast, and hold the traditions which ye have been taught, whether by wordWord: λόγος (Logos). The Greek Logos (Λόγος) means word, reason, or message—the rational principle underlying reality. John identifies Christ as the eternal Logos: 'In the beginning was the Word' (John 1:1)., or our epistle. Word: 2 Thessalonians 2:2. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:6, Romans 16:17, 1 Corinthians 11:2, 15:58, 16:13, Philippians 4:1 +2

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 graceGrace: χάρις (Charis). The Greek charis (χάρις) denotes unmerited divine favor—God's kindness toward the undeserving. Salvation is 'by grace through faith' (Ephesians 2:8), not human merit., References Jesus: 1 Thessalonians 3:11. Grace: Acts 15:11, 18:27, Romans 4:16. Love: John 3:16, Ephesians 5:2, 5:25, Revelation 1:5. Eternal Life: Titus 1:2. Hope: Colossians 1:23 +5

17 Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work. Good: Hebrews 13:9. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:3, Isaiah 57:15, 66:13, Romans 15:13, 1 Corinthians 1:8, Colossians 2:7, 1 Thessalonians 3:2, 3:13, Jude 1:24 +5