2 Thessalonians 2:10 asv — and with all deceit of unrighteousness for them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they…

American Standard Version

"and with all deceit of unrighteousness for them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. "

— 2 Thessalonians 2:10, American Standard Version

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2 Thessalonians 2 — Context

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For the mystery of lawlessness doth already work: only there is one that restraineth now, until he be taken out of the way.

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And then shall be revealed the lawless one, whom the Lord Jesus shall slay with the breath of his mouth, and bring to nought by the manifestation of his coming;

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even he, whose coming is according to the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders,

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and with all deceit of unrighteousness for them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved.

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And for this cause God sendeth them a working of error, that they should believe a lie:

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that they all might be judged who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.

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But we are bound to give thanks to God always for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, for that God chose you from the beginning unto salvation in sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:

2 Thessalonians 2:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Thessalonians 2:10 say?
2 Thessalonians 2:10 in the American Standard Version reads: “and with all deceit of unrighteousness for them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. ”
Where is 2 Thessalonians 2:10 in the Bible?
2 Thessalonians 2:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Thessalonians, chapter 2, verse 10.
Who wrote 2 Thessalonians?
2 Thessalonians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 51–52.
What is the book of 2 Thessalonians about?
Written shortly after 1 Thessalonians, this short letter corrects a panicked rumor that "the day of the Lord is already here," urges steady work and patience under persecution, and calls believers to a settled hope that holds up under trial.
What are the major themes of 2 Thessalonians?
2 Thessalonians explores themes including Christ's Return, Endurance, Work, Steadfastness, Comfort. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Thessalonians 2:10.
What translation should I read 2 Thessalonians 2:10 in?
2 Thessalonians 2:10 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 Thessalonians 2:10?
2 Thessalonians 2:10 reads (ASV): “and with all deceit of unrighteousness for them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. ” 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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