Finally (λοιπον). Accusative of general reference of λοιπος, as for the rest. It does not mean actual conclusion, but merely a col…

1 Thessalonians Chapter 4

ANALYSIS OF THE CHAPTER.

This chapter, properly, comprises two parts: first, various practical exhortations…

We now approach the practical portion of the Epistle. The first point on which the Thessalonians need instruction is in the matter of social purity…

Paul now urges the Thessalonians on to greater spiritual attainments outlined in 3:10–13. His exhortations, introduced by “finally,” are logically …

Furthermore. This chapter contains various injunctions by which he trains the Thessalonians for a holy life, or confirms them in its pract…

Furthermore then we beseech you, brothers
Or request of you in the most kind and tender manner, from real and hearty…

To abide in the faith of the gospel is not enough; we must abound in the work of faith.

The rule according to which all should walk and act i…

Previously, the Apostle Paul commended the faithful for their loyalty in the face of trials and for other good practices; here, he warns them to co…