1 Thessalonians 4:2 kjv — For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus.

King James Version

"For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus."

— 1 Thessalonians 4:2, King James Version

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1 Thessalonians 4 — Context

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Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, so ye would abound more and more.

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For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus.

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For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:

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That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour;

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Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:

1 Thessalonians 4:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 4:2 say?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 in the King James Version reads: “For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 4:2 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 4, verse 2.
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 4:2.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 4:2 in?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 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 4:2?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 reads (KJV): “For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus.” 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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