King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Ye [are] witnesses, and God [also], how holily and justly and unblameably we behaved ourselves among you that believe:
Complete Jewish Bible:
You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous and blameless our behavior was in the sight of you believers;
Berean Standard Bible:
You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous, and blameless our conduct was among you who believed.
American Standard Version:
Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and righteously and unblamably we behaved ourselves toward you that believe:
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Ye{G5210} are witnesses{G3144}, and{G2532} God{G2316} also, how{G5613} holily{G3743} and{G2532} justly{G1346} and{G2532} unblameably{G274} we behaved ourselves{G1096} among you{G5213} that believe{G4100}:
Cross-References (KJV):
1 Peter 5:3
- Neither as being lords over [God's] heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.
2 Corinthians 1:12
- ¶ For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward.
1 Thessalonians 1:5
- For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake.
Titus 2:7
- In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine [shewing] uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
Titus 2:8
- Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.
2 Timothy 3:10
- ¶ But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,
Acts 20:18
- And when they were come to him, he said unto them, Ye know, from the first day that I came into Asia, after what manner I have been with you at all seasons,
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Commentary for 1 Thessalonians 2:10
1 Thessalonians 2:10 is a verse from a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Thessalonica, a city in the Roman province of Macedonia. This letter is one of the earliest writings in the New Testament, believed to have been written around AD 50. In this verse, Paul is addressing the believers in Thessalonica, appealing to their personal experiences with him as evidence of his integrity and the sincerity of his message.
The themes of the verse include the importance of personal conduct in ministry, the idea of living a life that is above reproach, and the call to holiness and justice as central to Christian witness. Paul emphasizes that both the Thessalonians and God Himself can testify to the purity of his behavior among them. He uses three adverbs to describe his conduct: "holily," "justly," and "unblameably." These words suggest that Paul was careful to maintain ethical and moral standards, to treat others fairly, and to live in such a way that no legitimate accusation could be made against him.
Historically, this verse reflects the challenges faced by early Christian leaders who sought to establish credibility for the fledgling faith in a diverse and often skeptical Greco-Roman world. By highlighting his own blameless behavior, Paul is not only defending his apostolic authority but also setting an example for the type of conduct expected of all Christians, especially those in positions of leadership. This is consistent with Paul's broader teachings on the importance of a virtuous life that reflects the character of Christ and serves as a witness to the transformative power of the Gospel.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G5210
There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμεῖς
Transliteration: hymeîs
Pronunciation: hoo-mice'
Description: irregular plural of σύ; you (as subjective of verb):--ye (yourselves), you. - Strong's Number: G3144
There are 34 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μάρτυς
Transliteration: mártys
Pronunciation: mar'-toos
Description: of uncertain affinity; a witness (literally (judicially) or figuratively (genitive case)); by analogy, a "martyr":-- martyr, record, witness. - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G2316
There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: θεός
Transliteration: theós
Pronunciation: theh'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward). - Strong's Number: G5613
There are 433 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὡς
Transliteration: hōs
Pronunciation: hoce
Description: probably adverb of comparative from ὅς; which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows):--about, after (that), (according) as (it had been, it were), as soon (as), even as (like), for, how (greatly), like (as, unto), since, so (that), that, to wit, unto, when(-soever), while, X with all speed. - Strong's Number: G3743
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὁσίως
Transliteration: hosíōs
Pronunciation: hos-ee-oce'
Description: adverb from ὅσιος; piously:--holily. - Strong's Number: G1346
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δικαίως
Transliteration: dikaíōs
Pronunciation: dik-ah'-yoce
Description: adverb from δίκαιος; equitably:--justly, (to) righteously(-ness). - Strong's Number: G274
There are 92 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀμέμπτως
Transliteration: amémptōs
Pronunciation: am-emp'-toce
Description: adverb from ἄμεμπτος; faultlessly:--blameless, unblamably. - Strong's Number: G1096
There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: γίνομαι
Transliteration: gínomai
Pronunciation: ghin'-om-ahee
Description: a prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.):--arise, be assembled, be(-come, -fall, -have self), be brought (to pass), (be) come (to pass), continue, be divided, draw, be ended, fall, be finished, follow, be found, be fulfilled, + God forbid, grow, happen, have, be kept, be made, be married, be ordained to be, partake, pass, be performed, be published, require, seem, be showed, X soon as it was, sound, be taken, be turned, use, wax, will, would, be wrought. - Strong's Number: G5213
There are 567 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμῖν
Transliteration: hymîn
Pronunciation: hoo-min'
Description: irregular dative case of ὑμεῖς; to (with or by) you:--ye, you, your(-selves). - Strong's Number: G4100
There are 220 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πιστεύω
Transliteration: pisteúō
Pronunciation: pist-yoo'-o
Description: from πίστις; to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to Christ):--believe(-r), commit (to trust), put in trust with.