1 Thessalonians 2:20 nasb — For you are our glory and joy.

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"For you are our glory and joy."

— 1 Thessalonians 2:20, NASB

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1 Thessalonians 2 — Context

17

But we, brethren, having been taken away from you for a short while--in person, not in spirit--were all the more eager with great desire to see your face.

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For we wanted to come to you--I, Paul, more than once--and yet Satan hindered us.

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For who is our hope or joy or crown of exultation? Is it not even you, in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming?

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For you are our glory and joy.

1 Thessalonians 2:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 2:20 say?
1 Thessalonians 2:20 in the NASB reads: “For you are our glory and joy.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 2:20 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 2:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 2, verse 20.
Who wrote 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 50–51.
What is the book of 1 Thessalonians about?
One of Paul's earliest letters — encouragement to a baby church doing well under persecution. He commends their faith, instructs them on sexual purity and brotherly love, and answers their questions about believers who have died before Christ's return.
What are the major themes of 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians explores themes including Hope of Christ's Return, Sanctification, Brotherly Love, Encouragement. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Thessalonians 2:20.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 2:20 in?
1 Thessalonians 2:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Thessalonians 2:20?
1 Thessalonians 2:20 reads (NASB): “For you are our glory and joy.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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