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1 Thessalonians 5

1 But concerning the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that aught be written unto you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • the times G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the times G5550 (χρόνος) — a space of time (in general, and thus properly distinguished from , which designates a fixed or special occasion; and from , which denotes a particular period…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the seasons G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the seasons G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • need G5532 (χρεία) — employment, i.e. an affair; also (by implication) occasion, demand, requirement or destitution
  • that I write unto G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou

2 For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.

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)
  • 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
  • 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…
  • perfectly G199 (ἀκριβῶς) — exactly
  • that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • the day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the 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…
  • of the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • cometh G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a thief G2812 (κλέπτης) — a stealer (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)

3 When they are saying, Peace and safety, then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall in no wise escape.

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)
  • when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
  • they shall say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • safety G803 (ἀσφάλεια) — security (literally or figuratively)
  • then G5119 (τότε) — the when, i.e. at the time that (of the past or future, also in consecution)
  • sudden G160 (αἰφνίδιος) — unexpected, i.e. (adverbially) suddenly
  • destruction G3639 (ὄλεθρος) — ruin, i.e. death, punishment
  • cometh G2186 (ἐφίστημι) — to stand upon, i.e. be present (in various applications, friendly or otherwise, usually literal);
  • upon 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
  • as G5618 (ὥσπερ) — just as, i.e. exactly like
  • travail G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • travail G5604 (ὠδίν) — a pang or throe, especially of childbirth
  • upon G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • child G1064 (γαστήρ) — the stomach; by analogy, the matrix; figuratively, a gourmand
  • they shall G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • escape G1628 (ἐκφεύγω) — to flee out

4 But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • darkness G4655 (σκότος) — shadiness, i.e. obscurity (literally or figuratively)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • that day G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that 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…
  • should overtake G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a thief G2812 (κλέπτης) — a stealer (literally or figuratively)

5 for ye are all sons of light, and sons of the day: we are not of the night, nor of darkness;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Leviticus 11:16 · Luke 16:8 · Acts 26:18 · Ephesians 5:8
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of light G5457 (φῶς) — luminousness (in the widest application, natural or artificial, abstract or concrete, literal or figurative)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • of the 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…
  • we are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • of the night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • nor G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
  • of darkness G4655 (σκότος) — shadiness, i.e. obscurity (literally or figuratively)

6 so then let us not sleep, as do the rest, but let us watch and be sober.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • G686 (ἄρα) — a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive (as follows)
  • Therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • let us G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • sleep G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • others G3062 (λοιποί) — remaining ones
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • let us watch G1127 (γρηγορεύω) — to keep awake, i.e. watch (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
  • be sober G3525 (νήφω) — to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e. (figuratively) be discreet
  • G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

7 For they that sleep sleep in the night; and they that are drunken are drunken in the night.

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)
  • they G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)
  • that sleep G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)
  • sleep G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)
  • in the night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (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
  • they G3184 (μεθύω) — to drink to intoxication, i.e. get drunk
  • that be drunken G3182 (μεθύσκω) — to intoxicate
  • are drunken G3184 (μεθύω) — to drink to intoxication, i.e. get drunk

8 But let us, since we are of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for a helmet, the hope of salvation.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • let G3525 (νήφω) — to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e. (figuratively) be discreet
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • who are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • of the 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…
  • be sober G3525 (νήφω) — to abstain from wine (keep sober), i.e. (figuratively) be discreet
  • putting on G1746 (ἐνδύω) — to invest with clothing (literally or figuratively)
  • the breastplate G2382 (θώραξ) — the chest ("thorax"), i.e. (by implication) a corslet
  • of faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salva…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast
  • for an helmet G4030 (περικεφαλαία) — encirclement of the head, i.e. a helmet
  • the hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
  • of salvation G4991 (σωτηρία) — rescue or safety (physically or morally)

9 For God appointed us not unto wrath, but unto the obtaining of salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • 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
  • hath G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • appointed G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • 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…
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • obtain G4047 (περιποίησις) — acquisition (the act or the thing); by extension, preservation
  • salvation G4991 (σωτηρία) — rescue or safety (physically or morally)
  • by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • 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

10 who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Who died G599 (ἀποθνήσκω) — to die off (literally or figuratively)
  • for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • whether G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
  • we wake G1127 (γρηγορεύω) — to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively)
  • or G1535 (εἴτε) — if too
  • sleep G2518 (καθεύδω) — to lie down to rest, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep (literally or figuratively)
  • we should live G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
  • together G260 (ἅμα) — properly, at the "same" time, but freely used as a preposition or adverb denoting close association
  • with G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship, process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition, etc.
  • him 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

11 Wherefore exhort one another, and build each other up, even as also ye do.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Wherefore G1352 (διό) — through which thing, i.e. consequently
  • comfort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • yourselves together G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • edify G3618 (οἰκοδομέω) — to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or (figuratively) confirm
  • one G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • another G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • even as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • ye do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

12 But we beseech you, brethren, to know them that labor among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • we beseech G2065 (ἐρωτάω) — to interrogate; by implication, to request
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • to 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…
  • them which labour G2872 (κοπιάω) — to feel fatigue; by implication, to work hard
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • are over G4291 (προΐστημι) — to stand before, i.e. (in rank) to preside, or (by implication) to practise
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • admonish G3560 (νουθετέω) — to put in mind, i.e. (by implication) to caution or reprove gently

13 and to esteem them exceeding highly in love for their work’s sake. Be at peace among yourselves.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to esteem G2233 (ἡγέομαι) — to lead, i.e. command (with official authority); figuratively, to deem, i.e. consider
  • 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
  • very G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case superior to, m…
  • highly G4053 (περισσός) — superabundant (in quantity) or superior (in quality); by implication, excessive; adverbially (with ) violently; neuter (as noun) preeminence
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • love G26 (ἀγάπη) — love, i.e. affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • 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
  • work’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • work’s G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
  • sake G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • be at peace G1514 (εἰρηνεύω) — to be (act) peaceful
  • among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • yourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.

14 And we exhort you, brethren, admonish the disorderly, encourage the fainthearted, support the weak, be longsuffering toward all.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • we exhort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • warn G3560 (νουθετέω) — to put in mind, i.e. (by implication) to caution or reprove gently
  • them that are G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unruly G813 (ἄτακτος) — unarranged, i.e. (by implication) insubordinate (religiously)
  • comfort G3888 (παραμυθέομαι) — to relate near, i.e. (by implication) encourage, console
  • the feebleminded G3642 (ὀλιγόψυχος) — little-spirited, i.e. faint-hearted
  • support G472 (ἀντέχομαι) — to hold oneself opposite to, i.e. (by implication) adhere to; by extension to care for
  • the weak G772 (ἀσθενής) — strengthless (in various applications, literal, figurative and moral)
  • be patient G3114 (μακροθυμέω) — to be long-spirited, i.e. (objectively) forbearing or (subjectively) patient
  • toward 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…
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole

15 See that none render unto any one evil for evil; but always follow after that which is good, one toward another, and toward all.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • See G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • that none G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • render G591 (ἀποδίδωμι) — to give away, i.e. up, over, back, etc. (in various applications)
  • evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious
  • for G473 (ἀντί) — opposite, i.e. instead or because of (rarely in addition to)
  • unto any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • ever G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
  • follow G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute
  • that which is good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
  • both G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • among G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • yourselves G240 (ἀλλήλων) — one another
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object

16 Rejoice always;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • evermore G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times

17 pray without ceasing;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • without ceasing G89 (ἀδιαλείπτως) — uninterruptedly, i.e. without omission (on an appropriate occasion)

18 in everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus to you-ward.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • In G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • every thing G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • give thanks G2168 (εὐχαριστέω) — to be grateful, i.e. (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • the will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree; abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • 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
  • concerning 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

19 Quench not the Spirit;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Quench G4570 (σβέννυμι) — to extinguish (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • the Spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — 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 principle, men…

20 despise not prophesyings;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Despise G1848 (ἐξουθενέω)
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • prophesyings G4394 (προφητεία) — prediction (scriptural or other)

21 prove all things; hold fast that which is good;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Prove G1381 (δοκιμάζω) — to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to approve
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • hold fast G2722 (κατέχω) — to hold down (fast), in various applications (literally or figuratively)
  • that which is good G2570 (καλός) — properly, beautiful, but chiefly (figuratively) good (literally or morally), i.e. valuable or virtuous (for appearance or use, and thus distinguished from , w…

22 abstain from every form of evil.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Abstain G568 (ἀπέχω) — (actively) to have out, i.e. receive in full; (intransitively) to keep (oneself) away, i.e. be distant (literally or figuratively)
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • appearance G1491 (εἶδος) — a view, i.e. form (literally or figuratively)
  • of evil G4190 (πονηρός) — hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from , which refers rather to essential character, as well as from , which indicates…

23 And the God of peace himself sanctify you wholly; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved entire, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the very 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
  • 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
  • of peace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of peace G1515 (εἰρήνη) — peace (literally or figuratively); by implication, prosperity
  • sanctify G37 (ἁγιάζω) — to make holy, i.e. (ceremonially) purify or consecrate; (mentally) to venerate
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • wholly G3651 (ὁλοτελής) — complete to the end, i.e. absolutely perfect
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • your G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • whole G3648 (ὁλόκληρος) — complete in every part, i.e. perfectly sound (in body)
  • spirit G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — 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 principle, men…
  • soul G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • soul 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…
  • body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • be preserved G5083 (τηρέω) — to guard (from loss or injury, properly, by keeping the eye upon; and thus differing from , which is properly to prevent escaping; and from , which implies a…
  • blameless G274 (ἀμέμπτως) — faultlessly
  • unto G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the coming G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the 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
  • of our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • 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

24 Faithful is he that calleth you, who will also do it.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful
  • he that calleth G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • will do G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)

25 Brethren, pray for us.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • for G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)

26 Salute all the brethren with a holy kiss.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Romans 16:16 · 1 Corinthians 16:20
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Greet G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • an holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • kiss G5370 (φίλημα) — a kiss

27 I adjure you by the Lord that this epistle be read unto all the brethren.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • I charge G3726 (ὁρκίζω) — to put on oath, i.e. make swear; by analogy, to solemnly enjoin
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • by the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • by the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • that G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
  • this G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • epistle G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
  • be read G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
  • unto all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • the holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )

28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • The grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • The grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and it…
  • of our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • 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
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it)
  • he first G4413 (πρῶτος) — foremost (in time, place, order or importance)
  • nto 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…
  • he Thessalonians G2331 (Θεσσαλονικεύς) — a Thessalonican, i.e. inhabitant of Thessalonice
  • as written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • rom G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • thens. G116 (Ἀθῆναι) — Athenæ, the capitol of Greece