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1 Thessalonians 2:20

2:19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing?2228 Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? rejoicing: or, glorying
For ye are our glory and joy.

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For you are our glory and our joy.

For ye are our glory and joy.

For you are our glory and joy.

What does 1 Thessalonians 2:20 mean?

1 Thessalonians 2:20 is a verse in the book of 1 Thessalonians, in the New Testament. In the original Greek, key words include γάρ (gar), σύ (humeis), εἰμί (este). It connects to 40 cross-referenced passages elsewhere in Scripture.

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Forγάρgar/gar/G1063a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet.
yeσύhumeis/hoo-mice'/G5210irregular plural of 4771; you (as subjective of verb):--ye (yourselves), you.
areεἰμίeste/es-teh'/G2075second person plural present indicative of 1510; ye are:--be, have been, belong.
ourἐγώhemon/hay-mone'/G2257genitive case plural of 1473; of (or from) us:--our (company), us, we.
gloryδόξαdoxa/dox'-ah/G1391from the base of 1380; glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective):--dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship.
andκαίkai/kahee/G2532apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
joy.χαράchara/khar-ah'/G5479from 5463; cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight:--gladness, X greatly, (X be exceeding) joy(-ful, -fully, -fulness, -ous).

Commentary on 1 Thessalonians 2:20

HENRY_FULL · 1 Thessalonians 2:20
I. The apostle expresses concern for the Colossians, ver. 1-3 . II. He repeats it again, ver. 5 . III. He cautions them against false teachers among the Jews ( ver. 4 , 6 , 7 ), and against the Gentile philosophy, ver. 8-12 . IV. He represents the privileges of Christians, ver. 13-15 . And, V. Concludes with a caution against the judaizing teachers, and those who would introduce the worship of angels, ver. 16-23 .

Cross-references

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Isaiah 32:17

And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.

Isaiah 40:1

Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God.

Isaiah 53:11

He shall see of the travail of his soul, and shall be satisfied: by his knowledge shall my righteous servant justify many; for he shall bear their iniquities.

Jeremiah 9:24

But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD.

Matthew 11:25

At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.

Matthew 11:27

All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him.

Luke 10:21Luke 10:22John 1:1John 5:17John 5:23John 6:69John 10:30John 10:38John 14:9John 16:15John 17:3John 17:21Acts 4:32Romans 15:13Romans 16:251 Corinthians 2:122 Corinthians 1:4Galatians 3:28Ephesians 1:17Ephesians 3:9Ephesians 3:10Philippians 2:1Philippians 3:81 Thessalonians 1:51 Thessalonians 1:91 Thessalonians 1:151 Thessalonians 1:271 Thessalonians 3:21 Thessalonians 3:141 Thessalonians 4:81 Thessalonians 5:142 Thessalonians 2:162 Thessalonians 2:171 Timothy 3:16

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Other verses that share key original-language words with 1 Thessalonians 2:20.

Mark 13:11

But when they shall lead you, and deliver you up, take no thought beforehand what ye shall speak, neither do ye premeditate: but whatsoever shall be given you in that hour, that speak ye: for it is not ye that speak, but the Holy Ghost.

Mark 7:18

And he saith unto them, Are ye so without understanding also? Do ye not perceive, that whatsoever thing from without entereth into the man, it cannot defile him;

Matthew 1:21

And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. JESUS: that is, Saviour, Heb

Matthew 1:23

Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. they: or, his name shall be called

Matthew 10:20

For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you.

Matthew 15:16

And Jesus said, Are ye also yet without understanding?

Matthew 19:28

And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Matthew 2:13

And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.

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What does 1 Thessalonians 2:20 say?

1 Thessalonians 2:20 (King James Version) reads: "For ye are our glory and joy."

Is 1 Thessalonians 2:20 in the Old or New Testament?

1 Thessalonians 2:20 is in the New Testament of the Bible, in the book of 1 Thessalonians.

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