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The Source of True Peace
Commentators unanimously identify 'the Lord of peace' as Jesus Christ himself. This peace is not merely an absence of conflict but a comprehensive blessing that includes both internal peace with God and external harmony within the church. Scholars emphasize that true, lasting peace in every area of life originates from Him alone.
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2 Thessalonians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16
18th Century
Theologian
Now the Lord of peace. The Lord who alone can impart peace. See Romans 15:33; see 1 Corinthians 14:33; see John 14:27.
AT Robertson
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16
The Lord of peace himself (αυτος ο κυριος της ειρηνης). See 1 Thessalonians 5:23 for
the God of peace h…
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16
19th Century
Preacher
Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means.
What a sweet benediction! And how he heaps the words together, as…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16
“Now” (or perhaps more accurately “but”) once again marks a transition from command and exhortation to prayer. The prayer recognizes that ultimatel…
John Calvin
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16
16th Century
Theologian
Now the Lord of peace. This prayer seems to be connected with the preceding sentence, with the aim of recommending efforts toward concord …
John Gill
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16
17th Century
Pastor
Now the Lord of peace himself
The Prince of peace, who is peaceable himself, and the author of peace in all his chur…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Thessalonians 3:16–18
17th Century
Minister
The apostle prays for the Thessalonians. And let us desire the same blessings for ourselves and our friends.
Peace with God. This peace is d…