2 Thessalonians 1:8

Translations

Modern

…in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus.

Traditional

In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ:

Literal

…in a fire of flame, giving vengeance on those not knowing God and on those not obeying the gospel of our Lord Jesus,

Latin

…in flamma ignis dantis vindictam iis qui non noverunt Deum, et qui non obediunt Evangelio Domini nostri Jesu Christi,

Original

Greek

English

…in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus.

Notes

2 Thessalonians 1:3–10

After thanking God for the Thessalonian church, the apostle Paul writes about persecution (1:3–4). This had become worse since his first letter (1 Thessalonians 1:6; 2:14; 3:3–4). God will ease their suffering and judge those who persecute the church (2 Thessalonians 1:5–10).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) “He Will Come” Angels Complete Dedication Complete Destruction Retribution The Ascension of Jesus

Related verses

1 Peter 4:17
For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who disobey the gospel of God?
Hebrews 10:27
…but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries.
2 Peter 3:7
And by that same word, the present heavens and earth are reserved for fire, being kept for the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men.
Hebrews 10:30
For we know Him who said, “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge His people.”
Psalm 79:6
Pour out Your wrath on the nations that do not acknowledge You, on the kingdoms that refuse to call on Your name,
2 Peter 3:10–12
But the Day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar, the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and its works will be laid bare.
Revelation 20:14–15
Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death—the lake of fire.
Romans 6:16
Do you not know that when you offer yourselves as obedient slaves, you are slaves to the one you obey, whether you are slaves to sin leading to death, or to obedience leading to righteousness?
Hebrews 2:3
…how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? This salvation was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard Him,
Romans 2:7–8
To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life.
Galatians 4:8
Formerly, when you did not know God, you were slaves to those who by nature are not gods.
Matthew 25:41
Then He will say to those on His left, ‘Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Gospel Parousia Promise Second Coming of Christ Second Letter to the Thessalonians Suffering

Topics

Blindness: Spiritual Character of the Wicked: Ignorant of God Eternal Death: Shall be Inflicted by Christ Fire: Christ Shall Appear In Ignorance of God: Punishment of Immortality: General Scriptures Concerning Jesus, the Christ: Second Coming of Judgment: The General The Anger of God: Specially Reserved for the Day of Wrath The Gospel: Awful Consequences of not Obeying The Punishment of the Wicked: On Account of Their: Disobeying the Gospel The Punishment of the Wicked: On Account of Their: Ignorance of God The Second Coming of Christ: The Manner of in Flaming Fire The Second Coming of Christ: The Wicked: Shall be Punished At Wicked (People): Described

2 Thessalonians 1:8

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