2 Thessalonians 2:4 akjv — Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the templ…

American King James Version

"Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God. "

— 2 Thessalonians 2:4, American King James Version

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2 Thessalonians 2 — Context

1

Now we beseech you, brothers, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together to him,

2

That you be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.

3

Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;

4

Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God.

5

Remember you not, that, when I was yet with you, I told you these things?

6

And now you know what withholds that he might be revealed in his time.

7

For the mystery of iniquity does already work: only he who now lets will let, until he be taken out of the way.

2 Thessalonians 2:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Thessalonians 2:4 say?
2 Thessalonians 2:4 in the American King James Version reads: “Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God. ”
Where is 2 Thessalonians 2:4 in the Bible?
2 Thessalonians 2:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Thessalonians, chapter 2, verse 4.
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 2:4.
What translation should I read 2 Thessalonians 2:4 in?
2 Thessalonians 2:4 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 2:4?
2 Thessalonians 2:4 reads (AKJV): “Who opposes and exalts himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sits in the temple of God, showing himself that he is 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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