2 Thessalonians 3:12

Authorized King James Version

Now them that are such we command and exhort by our Lord Jesus Christ, that with quietness they work, and eat their own bread.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
τοῖς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#2
δὲ
G1161
Now
but, and, etc
#3
τοιούτοις
G5108
them that are such
truly this, i.e., of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
#4
παραγγέλλομεν
G3853
we command
to transmit a message, i.e., (by implication) to enjoin
#5
καὶ
G2532
and
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#6
παρακαλοῦμεν
G3870
exhort
to call near, i.e., invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
#7
διὰ
G1223
by
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#8
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#9
κυρίου
G2962
Lord
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
#10
ἡμῶν
G2257
our
of (or from) us
#11
Ἰησοῦ
G2424
Jesus
jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites
#12
Χριστου,
G5547
Christ
anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus
#13
ἵνα
G2443
that
in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
#14
μετὰ
G3326
with
properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)
#15
ἡσυχίας
G2271
quietness
(as noun) stillness, i.e., desistance from bustle or language
#16
ἐργαζόμενοι
G2038
they work
to toil (as a task, occupation, etc.), (by implication) effect, be engaged in or with, etc
#17
τὸν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#18
ἑαυτῶν
G1438
their own
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
#19
ἄρτον
G740
bread
bread (as raised) or a loaf
#20
ἐσθίωσιν
G2068
and eat
used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by g5315; to eat (usually literal)

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

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