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1 Thessalonians 5

1 Thessalonians 5:13

Christian Living · 1 Thessalonians 5:12–22
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Translations

Modern
In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another.
Traditional
And to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. And be at peace among yourselves.
Literal
…and to esteem them exceedingly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves.
Latin
…ut habeatis illos abundantius in caritate propter opus illorum: pacem habete cum eis.

Original

Greek
English
In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another.

Notes

1 Thessalonians 5:13

  • Leaders should receive honor and love for what they do, not just their rank.

  • Live in peace: Teaching about community peace and harmony was common in ancient moral lessons. Harmony between Christians and leaders was crucial because of the persecution the church experienced (2:14).

1 Thessalonians 4:1–5:22

The second part of the letter discusses Timothy's news about the church and the questions the Christians had for Paul.

Paul addresses:

  • the problem of sexual immorality (4:3–8) before responding to the Thessalonians’ questions about love for other Christians (4:9–12),

  • the fate of Christians who have died (4:13–18), and

  • the timing of "the Day of the Lord" (5:1–11).

Paul offers advice on topics such as leadership and community relations, the relationship with the Lord, and prophecy (5:12–22).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law Elder First Letter to the Thessalonians Sleep

Topics

Christian Minister: Duties of the Church To Church: Duty of, to Ministers Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Encouragement to Pastors Honoring Leaders Love to Man: should be Exhibited, Toward: Ministers Ministers: Their People are Bound, to Hold Them in Reputation Paying the Pastor Peace: Saints should Have, with Each Other Peace: Social Reverence for Servants of God Taking Care of the Pastor