1 Thessalonians 2:6 nasb — nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserte…

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"nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserted our authority."

— 1 Thessalonians 2:6, NASB

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1 Thessalonians 2 — Context

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For our exhortation does not come from error or impurity or by way of deceit;

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but just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who examines our hearts.

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For we never came with flattering speech, as you know, nor with a pretext for greed--God is witness--

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nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserted our authority.

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But we proved to be gentle among you, as a nursing mother tenderly cares for her own children.

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Having so fond an affection for you, we were well-pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become very dear to us.

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For you recall, brethren, our labor and hardship, how working night and day so as not to be a burden to any of you, we proclaimed to you the gospel of God.

1 Thessalonians 2:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 2:6 say?
1 Thessalonians 2:6 in the NASB reads: “nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserted our authority.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 2:6 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 2:6 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 2, verse 6.
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 2:6.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 2:6 in?
1 Thessalonians 2:6 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 2:6?
1 Thessalonians 2:6 reads (NASB): “nor did we seek glory from men, either from you or from others, even though as apostles of Christ we might have asserted our authority.” 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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