2 Thessalonians 3:17
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.
Bible in Basic English
In The King James Version
The salutation of Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every epistle: so I write.
In Context
18May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
Cross References
Joshua 2:12So now, will you give me your oath by the Lord, that, because I have been kind to you, you will be kind to my father's house,
1 Corinthians 16:21I, Paul, send you these words of love in my writing.
2 Thessalonians 1:5Which is a clear sign of the decision which God in his righteousness has made; to give you a part in his kingdom, for which you have undergone this pain;
Matthew Henry on 2 Thessalonians 3:17-18
Apostolic Benediction. ( a. d. 52.) 16 Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all. 17 The salutation of Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every epistle: so I write. 18 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. In this conclusion of the epistle we have the apostle's benediction and prayers for these Thessalonians. Let us desire them for ourselves and our friend. There are three blessings pronounced upon them, or desired for them:— I. That… Read the whole commentary →