2 Thessalonians 3:10 NIV

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

if . App-118 . would = is . . . willing. App-102 . neither . Greek. mede . read more

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, If any will not work, neither let him eat. For we hear of some that walk among you disorderly, that work not at all, but are busybodies.If any will not work, neither let him eat ... This stern injunction may not be attributed to mere peevishness on Paul's part. As Clarke said, "This is not an unjust maxim."[14] The shameful and unwholesome results of a weak and foolish system of charity which ignores this principle were outlined thus by W.... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

2 Thessalonians 3:10. That if any would not work, &c.— This sentence occurs in many of the Jewish writings, and seems to have been proverbial: and both our Lord and his apostles frequently adopted those proverbs or sayings which were in general u read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

10. For even—Translate, "For also." We not only set you the example, but gave a positive "command." commanded—Greek imperfect, "We were commanding"; we kept charge of you. would not work—Greek, "is unwilling to work." BENGEL makes this to be the argument: not that such a one is to have his food withdrawn from him by others; but he proves from the necessity of eating the necessity of working; using this pleasantry, Let him who will not work show himself an angel, that is, do without food as the... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

V. EXHORTATIONS FOR FUTURE GROWTH 3:1-15Paul requested the Thessalonians’ prayers for him and assured them that he was praying for them. He also encouraged them to deal with problems that needed correction in their assembly. Obedience in these matters would result in continued growth toward maturity for these believers. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10

1. General principles respecting disorderly conduct 3:6-10 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

B. Church discipline 3:6-15The false teaching that had entered the church had produced some inappropriate behavior in some. Paul wrote what to do about this situation to guide the Thessalonians in bringing their behavior, as well as their belief, back into conformity with God’s will."As important as it is to identify the cause and nature of the problem behavior addressed in 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15, we should not ignore the fact that our passage both begins (2 Thessalonians 3:6) and ends (2... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Paul reminded his readers of his well-known instruction that he frequently repeated when he was with them. If anyone refused to work, his brothers and sisters in Christ should not provide for him. Paul may have been referring to a Jewish proverb based on Genesis 3:19 a: "By the sweat of your face you shall eat bread." [Note: Robertson, 4:59.] The idle in this case were not unable to work but unwilling to work. read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Exhortations, Rebukes, and Benediction2. Unreasonable] almost ’outrageous.’ Faith] better, ’the Faith.’3. Evil] RV ’the evil one.’5. Patient waiting for] better, ’the patience of.’6. Evidently disorder in the Church had increased since the First Epistle was written. Withdraw yourselves] or, ’shun.’8. Cp. 1 Thessalonians 2:9. 9. Power] better, ’the right.’ We have the right to be supported, but for the sake of example we waived it in your case (1 Corinthians 9:3-18). 11. Working not at all..... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

(10) For even.—The sequence of thought is a little difficult, but it seems best to regard this “for” as connecting its sentence, not with 2 Thessalonians 3:9, but rather with 2 Thessalonians 3:6. It does not give the reason why St. Paul and his companions worked: “because we strictly enjoined you to work, and therefore could not be idle ourselves.” Rather, it justifies the reiteration of the command: “We do not hesitate to command you now to repress this disorderly conduct, so contrary to the... read more

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

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