1 Thessalonians 2:10

Translations

Modern

You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous, and blameless our conduct was among you who believed.

Traditional

Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and justly and unblameably we behaved ourselves among you that believe:

Literal

You are witnesses, and God, how devoutly and righteously and blamelessly we behaved toward you, those believing,

Latin

Vos testes estis, et Deus, quam sancte, et juste, et sine querela, vobis, qui credidistis, fuimus:

Original

Greek

English

You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous, and blameless our conduct was among you who believed.

Notes

1 Thessalonians 2:10

Both God and the Thessalonians were witnesses that Paul behaved in a dedicated and honest way (see 2:5). These qualities come from terms used in ancient literature to describe obedience to both divine and human laws.

1 Thessalonians 2:1–3:13

The letter begins by discussing the character of Paul and his associates, as well as how the Thessalonians accepted the good news (2:1–12; 13–16).

It emphasizes Paul’s genuine care for the church, mentioning:

his efforts to visit them again (2:17–20), and
his choice to send Timothy when he could not go himself (3:1–5).

It concludes with the apostle Paul’s happiness about Timothy’s positive report and his prayers to return to the church (3:6–9; 10–13). This detailed defense addresses criticisms of Paul’s sudden departure and long absence.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Paul’s Role as an Apostle

Related verses

1 Thessalonians 1:5
…because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power, in the Holy Spirit, and with great conviction—just as you know we lived among you for your sake.
1 Peter 5:3
…not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.
2 Corinthians 1:12
For this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in relation to you, in the holiness and sincerity that are from God—not in worldly wisdom, but in the grace of God.
Titus 2:7–8
In everything, show yourself to be an example by doing good works. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,
2 Timothy 3:10
You, however, have observed my teaching, my conduct, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my perseverance,
Acts 20:18
When they came to him, he said, “You know how I lived the whole time I was with you, from the first day I arrived in the province of Asia.
1 Timothy 4:12
Let no one despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
Psalm 7:3–5
O LORD my God, if I have done this, if injustice is on my hands,
Job 29:11–17
For those who heard me called me blessed, and those who saw me commended me,
2 Corinthians 7:2
Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have exploited no one.
Numbers 16:15
Then Moses became very angry and said to the LORD, “Do not regard their offering. I have not taken one donkey from them or mistreated a single one of them.”
Acts 20:26
Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men.

Glossary

First Letter to the Thessalonians

Topics

Christian Minister: Character and Attributes of Christian Minister: Duties of Holiness: Paul Justice: Apostles Obedience: Exemplified Preaching: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Religious Zeal: Exemplified by Paul

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