2 Thessalonians 2:4 web — he who opposes and exalts himself against all that is called God or that is worshiped; so that he sits as God in the te…

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"he who opposes and exalts himself against all that is called God or that is worshiped; so that he sits as God in the temple of God, setting himself up as God."

— 2 Thessalonians 2:4, World English Bible

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2 Thessalonians 2 — Context

1

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

2

not to be quickly shaken in your mind, nor yet be troubled, either by spirit, or by word, or by letter as from us, saying that the day of Christ had come.

3

Let no one deceive you in any way. For it will not be, unless the departure comes first, and the man of sin is revealed, the son of destruction,

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he who opposes and exalts himself against all that is called God or that is worshiped; so that he sits as God in the temple of God, setting himself up as God.

5

Don't you remember that, when I was still with you, I told you these things?

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Now you know what is restraining him, to the end that he may be revealed in his own season.

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For the mystery of lawlessness already works. Only there is one who restrains now, until he is 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 World English Bible reads: “he who opposes and exalts himself against all that is called God or that is worshiped; so that he sits as God in the temple of God, setting himself up as 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 (WEB): “he who opposes and exalts himself against all that is called God or that is worshiped; so that he sits as God in the temple of God, setting himself up as 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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