1 Thessalonians 2:18
for this reason we wished to come to you (I, indeed, Paul), both once and again, and Satan hindered us;
Literal Standard Version
In The King James Version
Wherefore we would have come unto you, even I Paul, once and again; but Satan hindered us.
In Context
Cross References
Job 33:14For once God speaks, and twice (he does not behold it),
Matthew 4:10Then Jesus says to him, “Go—Satan, for it has been written: You will worship the LORD your God, and Him only will you serve.”
Romans 15:22For this reason, also, I was hindered many times from coming to you,
2 Corinthians 11:12And what I do, I also will do, that I may cut off the occasion of those wishing an occasion, that in that which they boast they may be found according as we also;
Colossians 4:18The salutation [is] by my hand, Paul. Remember my bonds. The grace [is] with you! Amen.
Philemon 1:9because of the love I rather plead, being such a one as Paul the aged, and now also a prisoner of Jesus Christ;
Matthew Henry on 1 Thessalonians 2:18-20
Effects of the Christian Ministry. ( a. d. 51.) 17 But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire. 18 Wherefore we would have come unto you, even I Paul, once and again; but Satan hindered us. 19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? 20 For ye are our glory and joy. In these words the apostle apologizes for his absence. Here… Read the whole commentary →