2 Thessalonians 2:8

Authorized King James Version

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:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
τότε
G5119
then
the when, i.e., at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
#3
ἀποκαλυφθήσεται
G601
be revealed
to take off the cover, i.e., disclose
#4
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
ἄνομος
G459
that Wicked
lawless, i.e., (negatively) not subject to (the jewish) law; (by implication, a gentile), or (positively) wicked
#6
ὃν
G3739
whom
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#7
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#8
κύριος
G2962
the Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#9
ἀναλώσει
G355
shall consume
properly, to use up, i.e., destroy
#10
τῷ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
πνεύματι
G4151
with the spirit
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin
#12
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#13
στόματος
G4750
mouth
the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or e
#14
αὐτοῦ
G846
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#15
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#16
καταργήσει
G2673
shall destroy
to be (render) entirely idle (useless), literally or figuratively
#17
τῇ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
ἐπιφανείᾳ
G2015
with the brightness
a manifestation, i.e., (specially) the advent of christ (past or future)
#19
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#20
παρουσίας
G3952
coming
a being near, i.e., advent (often, return; specially, of christ to punish jerusalem, or finally the wicked); (by implication) physically, aspect
#21
αὐτοῦ
G846
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to 2 Thessalonians. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection