This book is not inspired by God and is not part of the Christian canon or the Jewish Tanakh. It is shown only for historical and study purposes. View full explanation 4 Maccabees 2:2 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 20212 It is for this reason, certainly, that the temperate Joseph is praised, because by mental effort he overcame the prospect of pleasure. See the chapterCommon English Bible2 Joseph, an example of self-control, is praised for this very thing.He had full control over his sexual desire through mental effort. See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers2 on this ground, therefore, the temperate Joseph is praised in that by reasoning, he subdued, on reflection, the indulgence of the senses. See the chapterWorld English Bible British Edition2 on this ground, therefore, the temperate Joseph is praised in that by reasoning, he subdued, on reflection, the indulgence of the senses. See the chapterRevised Standard Version (RSV-CI)2 It is for this reason, certainly, that the temperate Joseph is praised, because by mental effort he overcame sexual desire. See the chapter |
4 Maccabees 2:2
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