2 Thessalonians 3:17 “This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. This is my mark in every letter;…”

2 Thessalonians 3:17

This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. This is my mark in every letter; it is the way I write.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

The salutation of Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every epistle: so I write.

World English Bible

I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand, which is the sign in every letter. This is how I write.

American Standard Version

The salutation of me Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every epistle: so I write.

Geneva Bible 1599

The salutation of me Paul, with mine owne hand, which is ye token in euery Epistle: so I write,

Darby Translation

The salutation by the hand of me, Paul, which is [the] mark in every letter; so I write.

Young's Literal Translation

The salutation by the hand of me, Paul, which is a sign in every letter; thus I write;

Bible in Basic English

These words of love to you at the end are in my writing, Paul's writing, and this is the mark of every letter from me.

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Cross references

“with”

1 Corinthians 16:21 Colossians 4:18

1 Corinthians 16:21 · BSB

This greeting is in my own hand—Paul.

Colossians 4:18 · BSB

This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.

“the token”

2 Thessalonians 1:5 Joshua 2:12 1 Samuel 17:18

2 Thessalonians 1:5 · BSB

All this is clear evidence of God’s righteous judgment. And so you will be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are suffering.

Joshua 2:12 · BSB

Now therefore, please swear to me by the LORD that you will indeed show kindness to my family, because I showed kindness to you. Give me a sure sign

1 Samuel 17:18 · BSB

Take also these ten portions of cheese to the commander of their unit. Check on the welfare of your brothers and bring back an assurance from them.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

16Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.

18The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with all of you.

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