2 Thessalonians 3:17

BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

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

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BSBPD

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

Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)
KJVPD

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

King James Version · Public Domain
ASVPD

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

American Standard Version · Public Domain
YLTPD

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

Young's Literal Translation · Public Domain
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Cross references

Other passages that echo 2 Thessalonians 3:17 — 5 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  1. Joshua 2:12Now 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
  2. 1 Samuel 17:18Take 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.
  3. 1 Corinthians 16:21This greeting is in my own hand—Paul.
  4. Colossians 4:18This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.
  5. 2 Thessalonians 1:5All 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.

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