2 Thessalonians 3:13

Translations

Modern

But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in well-doing.

Traditional

But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing.

Literal

Now you, brothers, should not grow weary in well-doing.

Latin

Vos autem, fratres, nolite deficere benefacientes.

Original

Greek

English

But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in well-doing.

Notes

2 Thessalonians 3:13

well-doing: Paul encouraged the Thessalonians to help those truly in need, not those who are lazy and dependent (see Galatians 6:9–10; 2 Thessalonians 3:7–8, 10).

2 Thessalonians 3:6–15

In his previous letter, Paul addressed the issue of church members who were lazy and refused to work (1 Thessalonians 4:11–12; 5:14). Some ignored his message and example, so he provides more guidance on how to treat these members.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Laziness and Hard Work

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Malachi 1:13
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Glossary

Biblical Concept of Law Second Letter to the Thessalonians

Topics

Church Discipline Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Decision: General Scriptures Concerning Help Others Labor: General Scriptures Concerning Perserverance Perseverance: General Scriptures Concerning Perseverance: To be Manifested in Well-Doing Persistence Religious Zeal: General Scriptures Concerning

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