2 Maccabees 7:31 kjva — And thou, that hast been the author of all mischief against the Hebrews, shalt not escape the hands of God.

King James Version with Apocrypha

“And thou, that hast been the author of all mischief against the Hebrews, shalt not escape the hands of God.”

— 2 Maccabees 7:31, King James Version with Apocrypha

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“But thou that hast been the author of all mischief against the Hebrews, shalt not escape the hand of God.”
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2 Maccabees 7 — Context

I beseech thee, my son, look upon the heaven and the earth, and all that is therein, and consider that God made them of things that were not; and so was mankind made likewise.

Fear not this tormentor, but, being worthy of thy brethren, take thy death that I may receive thee again in mercy with thy brethren.

Whiles she was yet speaking these words, the young man said, Whom wait ye for? I will not obey the king’s commandment: but I will obey the commandment of the law that was given unto our fathers by Moses.

And thou, that hast been the author of all mischief against the Hebrews, shalt not escape the hands of God.

For we suffer because of our sins.

And though the living Lord be angry with us a little while for our chastening and correction, yet shall he be at one again with his servants.

But thou, O godless man, and of all other most wicked, be not lifted up without a cause, nor puffed up with uncertain hopes, lifting up thy hand against the servants of God:

2 Maccabees 7:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Maccabees 7:31 say?

2 Maccabees 7:31 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “And thou, that hast been the author of all mischief against the Hebrews, shalt not escape the hands of God.”

Where is 2 Maccabees 7:31 in the Bible?

2 Maccabees 7:31 is found in the Apocrypha, in the book of 2 Maccabees, chapter 7, verse 31.

Who wrote 2 Maccabees?

2 Maccabees is traditionally attributed to Anonymous epitomist of a (lost) five-volume work by Jason of Cyrene. Not a continuation of 1 Maccabees but a parallel — covering a shorter, earlier slice (c. 180–161 BC) with a more overtly theological and rhetorical style. It was written c. 124 BC.

What is the book of 2 Maccabees about?

2 Maccabees retells the early part of the Maccabean crisis with stirring rhetorical power. It contains the most famous martyrdom narratives of the Old Testament era — the priest Eleazar (ch. 6) and the mother with her seven sons (ch. 7), who choose torture and death rather than violate the Law. The book is also notable for its explicit affirmation of bodily resurrection, intercessory prayer for the dead, and the role of providence in Israel's history.

What are the major themes of 2 Maccabees?

2 Maccabees explores themes including Martyrdom, Resurrection, Temple, Providence, Hanukkah. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Maccabees 7:31.

What translation should I read 2 Maccabees 7:31 in?

2 Maccabees 7:31 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 2 Maccabees 7:31?

2 Maccabees 7:31 reads (KJVA): “And thou, that hast been the author of all mischief against the Hebrews, shalt not escape the hands of God.” 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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