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2 Thessalonians 3:6
Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who leads an undisciplined life that is not in keeping with the tradition you received from us.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The apostle Paul addresses the Thessalonian church immediately after praying for their hearts to be directed toward God’s love and Christ’s perseverance. He issues this instruction as they prepare to evaluate their own conduct against his own example.
The words — Παραγγέλλομεν (Parangellomen) literally means "we command," and ὀνόματι (onomati) translates to "name." Together they ground the directive in apostolic authority rather than personal opinion.
The thread — This command connects to the specific work ethic in 2 Thessalonians 3:10 and the call to imitate apostolic conduct in 2 Thessalonians 3:7. It also echoes the broader New Testament principle of acting in the name of the Lord Jesus found in Colossians 3:17.
Why it lands — The text requires believers to enforce communal boundaries by separating from professing members who deliberately reject the apostolic discipline they were taught. It demands practical obedience to received tradition as a marker of genuine faith.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye withdraw yourselves from every brother that walketh disorderly, and not after the tradition which he received of us.
Cross-references
- 2 Thessalonians 3:10 For even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “If anyone is unwilling to work, he shall not eat.”
- 2 Thessalonians 3:7 For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us, because we were not undisciplined among you,
- Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
- Romans 16:17 Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:14 And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone.
- 1 Thessalonians 4:1 Finally, brothers, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus to live in a way that is pleasing to God, just as you have received from us. This is how you already live, so you should do so all the more.
- 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Therefore, brothers, stand firm and cling to the traditions we taught you, whether by speech or by letter.
- 2 Timothy 3:5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Turn away from such as these!
- 2 Thessalonians 3:14 Take note of anyone who does not obey the instructions we have given in this letter. Do not associate with him, so that he may be ashamed.
- 1 Corinthians 5:4 When you are assembled in the name of our Lord Jesus and I am with you in spirit, along with the power of the Lord Jesus,