be punished with = pay (Greek. tino . Only here) the penalty ( App-177 .), ( even ). everlasting . App-151 . destruction . Greek. olethros. See 1 Corinthians 5:5 . glory . See p. 1511. power . App-172 . read more
who shall suffer punishment, even eternal destruction from the face of the Lord and from the glory of his might,The reference of this verse is to "hell," the final destiny of the wicked; and, for somewhat extended remarks on this subject, see my Commentary on Matthew, pp. 411-413. It is only with thoughts of the greatest melancholy and sorrow that a subject such as this may be considered. Does there have to be such a place? Deep questionings of the soul are not fully answered in the sacred... read more
2 Thessalonians 1:9. From the presence of the Lord,— This phrase expresses not only that they shall be expelled from that joy and glory which reigns in the presence of Christ, but that his presence shall appear active in the infliction of their punishment; so that they shall as it were be blasted by the lightning of his eye. The original is very emphatical: "Who shall suffer punishment,—everlasting destruction from the face of the Lord." From the glory of his power means, from his glorious... read more
9. Who—Greek, "persons who," c. destruction from the presence of the Lord—driven far from His presence [ALFORD]. The sentence emanating from Him in person, sitting as Judge [BENGEL], and driving them far from Him (Matthew 25:41 Revelation 6:16; Revelation 12:14; compare 1 Peter 3:12; Isaiah 2:10; Isaiah 2:19). "The presence of the Lord" is the source whence the sentence goes forth; "the glory of His power" is the instrument whereby the sentence is carried into execution [EDMUNDS]. But ALFORD... read more
II. COMMENDATION FOR PAST PROGRESS 1:3-12Paul thanked God for the spiritual growth of his readers, encouraged them to persevere in their trials, and assured them of his prayers for them. He did so to motivate them to continue to endure hardship and thereby develop in their faith (cf. James 1:2-4). read more
B. Encouragement to persevere 1:5-10These verses explain what God’s future righteous judgment is. read more
These non-Christians will suffer "eternal destruction" (lit. they will pay a penalty). Their fate is eternal separation from the person of Christ and the manifestation of His glory (i.e., eternal death; cf. Isaiah 2:10; Isaiah 2:19; Isaiah 2:21). This is Paul’s most explicit reference to the eternal duration of unbelievers’ judgment in all his writings. It is ironic and talionic that those who reject Christ experience God’s rejection."Olethros (’destruction’) does not refer to annihilation,... read more
Salutations. The Second Advent1-4. Greeting and thanksgiving for their constant faith and love and patience under persecution: cp. 1 Thessalonians 1:3.5-C. 2 Thessalonians 2:17. The Coming of Christ to judgment. Much is to happen before Christ comes.5. A manifest token] The words refer to their sufferings and their patience. If God is righteous there must come a time when wrongs such as theirs shall be righted, and patience like theirs be rewarded. Thus the sufferings and patience of the... read more
(9) Punished with everlasting destruction specifies the “vengeance” to be taken. But the word “destruction” does not stand absolutely and alone as a synonym for “annihilation.” This passage, in itself, gives us no reason to suppose that the lost will be “destroyed” in the ordinary sense of the word. They are to be “destroyed from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of His power”—i.e., cut off from it for ever. The “presence”—or, more literally here, ”the face—of the Lord,” as well as... read more
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Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
1:1-2:12 CONCERNING CHRIST’S RETURNA source of encouragement (1:1-12)The Thessalonian Christians continue to grow in faith, love and endurance, in spite of the constant persecution they suffer; and Paul continues to talk about them as an example that should challenge others (1:1-4; cf. 1 Thessalonians 1:3,1 Thessalonians 1:6-7). He encourages them to keep moving forward, and points out that their suffering is proof of the genuineness of their faith. Their endurance shows that they are worthy to... read more