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1 Thessalonians 2

1 For yourselves, brethren, know our entering in unto you, that it hath not been found vain:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • yourselves G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • entrance in G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • entrance in G1529 (εἴσοδος) — an entrance (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — 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, i.e. near…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • it was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • in vain G2756 (κενός) — empty (literally or figuratively)

2 but having suffered before and been shamefully treated, as ye know, at Philippi, we waxed bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of God in much conflict.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • after that we had suffered before G4310 (προπάσχω) — to undergo hardship previously
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • were shamefully entreated G5195 (ὑβρίζω) — to exercise violence, i.e. abuse
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • ye know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Philippi G5375 (Φίλιπποι) — Philippi, a place in Macedonia
  • we were bold G3955 (παῤῥησιάζομαι) — to be frank in utterance, or confident in spirit and demeanor
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — 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, i.e. near…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • the gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • contention G73 (ἀγών) — properly, a place of assembly (as if led), i.e. (by implication) a contest (held there); figuratively, an effort or anxiety

3 For our exhortation is not of error, nor of uncleanness, nor in guile:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • exhortation G3874 (παράκλησις) — imploration, hortation, solace
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • deceit G4106 (πλάνη) — objectively, fraudulence; subjectively, a straying from orthodoxy or piety
  • nor G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • uncleanness G167 (ἀκαθαρσία) — impurity (the quality), physically or morally
  • nor G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • guile G1388 (δόλος) — a trick (bait), i.e. (figuratively) wile

4 but even as we have been approved of God to be intrusted with the gospel, so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God who proveth our hearts.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • we were allowed G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to approve
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • to be put in trust with G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)
  • the gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
  • even so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • we speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • pleasing G700 (ἀρέσκω) — to be agreeable (or by implication, to seek to be so)
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • trieth G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to approve
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • hearts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

5 For neither at any time were we found using words of flattery, as ye know, nor a cloak of covetousness, God is witness;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • neither G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • at any time G4218 (ποτέ) — indefinite adverb, at some time, ever
  • used we G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • flattering G2850 (κολακεία) — flattery
  • words G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • ye know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • nor G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • a cloke G4392 (πρόφασις) — an outward showing, i.e. pretext
  • of covetousness G4124 (πλεονεξία) — avarice, i.e. (by implication) fraudulency, extortion
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • witness G3144 (μάρτυς) — a witness (literally (judicially) or figuratively (genitive case)); by analogy, a "martyr"

6 nor seeking glory of men, neither from you nor from others, when we might have claimed authority as apostles of Christ.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Nor G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • sought we G2212 (ζητέω) — to seek (literally or figuratively); specially, (by Hebraism) to worship (God), or (in a bad sense) to plot (against life)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • neither G3777 (οὔτε) — not too, i.e. neither or nor; by analogy, not even
  • of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • others G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • when we might G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • have been G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • burdensome G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • burdensome G922 (βάρος) — weight; in the New Testament only, figuratively, a load, abundance, authority
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • the apostles G652 (ἀπόστολος) — a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the Gospel; officially a commissioner of Christ ("apostle") (with miraculous powers)
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

7 But we were gentle in the midst of you, as when a nurse cherisheth her own children:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • we were G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • gentle G2261 (ἤπιος) — properly, affable, i.e. mild or kind
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • even G302 (ἄν)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a nurse G5162 (τροφός) — a nourisher, i.e. nurse
  • cherisheth G2282 (θάλπω) — to brood, i.e. (figuratively) to foster
  • her G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)

8 even so, being affectionately desirous of you, we were well pleased to impart unto you, not the gospel of God only, but also our own souls, because ye were become very dear to us.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • So G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • being affectionately desirous G2442 (ἱμείρομαι) — of uncertain affinity); to long for
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • we were willing G2106 (εὐδοκέω) — to think well of, i.e. approve (an act); specially, to approbate (a person or thing)
  • to have imparted G3330 (μεταδίδωμι) — to give over, i.e. share
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • the gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • our own G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • souls G5590 (ψυχή) — breath, i.e. (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from , which is the rat…
  • because G1360 (διότι) — on the very account that, or inasmuch as
  • ye were G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • dear G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
  • unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)

9 For ye remember, brethren, our labor and travail: working night and day, that we might not burden any of you, we preached unto you the gospel of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • ye remember G3421 (μνημονεύω) — to exercise memory, i.e. recollect; by implication, to punish; also to rehearse
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • labour G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • labour G2873 (κόπος) — a cut, i.e. (by analogy) toil (as reducing the strength), literally or figuratively; by implication, pains
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • travail G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • travail G3449 (μόχθος) — toil, i.e. (by implication) sadness
  • labouring G2038 (ἐργάζομαι) — to toil (as a task, occupation, etc.), (by implication) effect, be engaged in or with, etc.
  • night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • day G2250 (ἡμέρα) — day, i.e. (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the Jews as inclusive of the part…
  • because G4314 (πρός) — 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, i.e. near…
  • we would G1912 (ἐπιβαρέω) — to be heavy upon, i.e. (pecuniarily) to be expensive to; figuratively, to be severe towards
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • be chargeable unto G1912 (ἐπιβαρέω) — to be heavy upon, i.e. (pecuniarily) to be expensive to; figuratively, to be severe towards
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • we preached G2784 (κηρύσσω) — to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the gospel)
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • the gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

10 Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and righteously and unblamably we behaved ourselves toward you that believe:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • witnesses G3144 (μάρτυς) — a witness (literally (judicially) or figuratively (genitive case)); by analogy, a "martyr"
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • how G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • holily G3743 (ὁσίως) — piously
  • justly G1346 (δικαίως) — equitably
  • unblameably G274 (ἀμέμπτως) — faultlessly
  • we behaved ourselves G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • among you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)

11 as ye know how we dealt with each one of you, as a father with his own children, exhorting you, and encouraging you, and testifying,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • As G2509 (καθάπερ) — exactly as
  • ye know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
  • how G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • we exhorted G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • comforted G3888 (παραμυθέομαι) — to relate near, i.e. (by implication) encourage, console
  • charged G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or figuratively)
  • every G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • of you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
  • his G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)

12 to the end that ye should walk worthily of God, who calleth you into his own kingdom and glory.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • That G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • would walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • worthy G516 (ἀξίως) — appropriately
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • who G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hath called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • his G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a realm (literally or figuratively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

13 And for this cause we also thank God without ceasing, that, when ye received from us the word of the message, even the word of God, ye accepted it not as the word of men, but, as it is in truth, the word of God, which also worketh in you that believe.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • cause G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • thank G2168 (εὐχαριστέω) — to be grateful, i.e. (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • without ceasing G89 (ἀδιαλείπτως) — uninterruptedly, i.e. without omission (on an appropriate occasion)
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • when ye received G3880 (παραλαμβάνω) — to receive near, i.e. associate with oneself (in any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an office; figuratively, to learn
  • the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
  • which ye heard G189 (ἀκοή) — hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)
  • of G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • ye received G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • of men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • in truth G230 (ἀληθῶς) — truly
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • effectually worketh G1754 (ἐνεργέω) — to be active, efficient
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • believe G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ)

14 For ye, brethren, became imitators of the churches of God which are in Judæa in Christ Jesus: for ye also suffered the same things of your own countrymen, even as they did of the Jews;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • became G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • followers G3402 (μιμητής) — an imitator
  • of the Assemblies G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the Assemblies G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or sain…
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Judaea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Judaea G2449 (Ἰουδαία) — the Judæan land (i.e. Judæa), a region of Palestine
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • for G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • have suffered G3958 (πάσχω) — to experience a sensation or impression (usually painful)
  • like things G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • your own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • countrymen G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • countrymen G4853 (συμφυλέτης) — a co-tribesman, i.e. native of the same country
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the Jews G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging to Jehudah

15 who both killed the Lord Jesus and the prophets, and drove out us, and please not God, and are contrary to all men;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • killed G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • their own G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • prophets G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • prophets G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
  • have persecuted G1559 (ἐκδιώκω) — to pursue out, i.e. expel or persecute implacably
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • they please G700 (ἀρέσκω) — to be agreeable (or by implication, to seek to be so)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • contrary G1727 (ἐναντίος) — opposite; figuratively, antagonistic
  • to all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • men G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human being

16 forbidding us to speak to the Gentiles that they may be saved; to fill up their sins always: but the wrath is come upon them to the uttermost.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Forbidding G2967 (κωλύω) — to estop, i.e. prevent (by word or act)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • to the Gentiles G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe; specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication, pagan)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they might be saved G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • fill up G378 (ἀναπληρόω) — to complete; by implication, to occupy, supply; figuratively, to accomplish (by coincidence ot obedience)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • sins G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sins G266 (ἁμαρτία) — a sin (properly abstract)
  • alway G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
  • for G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the wrath G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wrath G3709 (ὀργή) — properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the mind), i.e. (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable) abhorrence); by implication punish…
  • is come G5348 (φθάνω) — to be beforehand, i.e. anticipate or precede; by extension, to have arrived at
  • upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • the uttermost G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…

17 But we, brethren, being bereaved of you for a short season, in presence not in heart, endeavored the more exceedingly to see your face with great desire:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • being taken G642 (ἀπορφανίζω) — to bereave wholly, i.e. (figuratively) separate (from intercourse)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • for G4314 (πρός) — 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, i.e. near…
  • a short G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • in presence G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • in heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e. (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle
  • endeavoured G4704 (σπουδάζω) — to use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest
  • the more abundantly G4057 (περισσῶς) — superabundantly
  • to see G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • face G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • face G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • desire G1939 (ἐπιθυμία) — a longing (especially for what is forbidden)

18 because we would fain have come unto you, I Paul once and again; and Satan hindered us.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Wherefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
  • we would have G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — 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, i.e. near…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • even G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
  • once G530 (ἅπαξ) — one (or a single) time (numerically or conclusively)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • again G1364 (δίς) — twice
  • but G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Satan G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Satan G4567 (Σατανᾶς) — the accuser, i.e. the devil
  • hindered G1465 (ἐγκόπτω) — to cut into, i.e. (figuratively) impede, detain
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of glorying? Are not even ye, before our Lord Jesus at his coming?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • what G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight
  • crown G4735 (στέφανος) — a chaplet (as a badge of royalty, a prize in the public games or a symbol of honor generally; but more conspicuous and elaborate than the simple fillet, ), l…
  • of rejoicing G2746 (καύχησις) — boasting (properly, the act; by implication, the object), in a good or a bad sense
  • not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • in the presence of G1715 (ἔμπροσθεν) — in front of (in place (literally or figuratively) or time)
  • Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • at G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • coming G3952 (παρουσία) — a being near, i.e. advent (often, return; specially, of Christ to punish Jerusalem, or finally the wicked); (by implication) physically, aspect

20 For ye are our glory and our joy.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • joy G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • joy G5479 (χαρά) — cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight