2 Thessalonians 3:1

Authorized King James Version

Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
Τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
λοιπὸν
G3063
Finally
something remaining (adverbially)
#3
προσεύχεσθε
G4336
pray
to pray to god, i.e., supplicate, worship
#4
ἀδελφοί
G80
brethren
a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like g0001)
#5
περὶ
G4012
for
properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas
#6
ἡμῶν
G2257
us
of (or from) us
#7
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#8
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
λόγος
G3056
the word
something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a
#10
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#11
κυρίου
G2962
of the Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#12
τρέχῃ
G5143
may have free course
which uses ????? <pronunciation strongs="drem'-o"/> (the base of g1408) as alternate in certain tenses; to run or walk hastily (literally or figurativ
#13
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#14
δοξάζηται
G1392
be glorified
to render (or esteem) glorious (in a wide application)
#15
καθὼς
G2531
as
just (or inasmuch) as, that
#16
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#17
πρὸς
G4314
it is with
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
#18
ὑμᾶς
G5209
you
you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

Analysis

The salvation theme here intersects with the metanarrative of redemption running from Genesis to Revelation. Biblical theology recognizes this as part of a unified storyline from the promise in Genesis 3:15 to its fulfillment in Christ. The phrase emphasizing divine sovereignty contributes to our systematic understanding of Christian doctrine and connects to the broader scriptural witness about God's saving work from the Exodus to the cross.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of 2 Thessalonians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection