New International Version and if he rescued Lot, a righteous man, who was distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless New Living Translation But God also rescued Lot out of Sodom because he was a righteous man who was sick of the shameful immorality of the wicked people around him. English Standard Version and if he rescued righteous Lot, greatly distressed by the sensual conduct of the wicked Berean Standard Bible and if He rescued Lot, a righteous man distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless Berean Literal Bible and He delivered righteous Lot, being distressed by the conduct in sensuality of the lawless King James Bible And delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy conversation of the wicked: New King James Version and delivered righteous Lot, who was oppressed by the filthy conduct of the wicked New American Standard Bible and if He rescued righteous Lot, who was oppressed by the perverted conduct of unscrupulous people NASB 1995 and if He rescued righteous Lot, oppressed by the sensual conduct of unprincipled men NASB 1977 and if He rescued righteous Lot, oppressed by the sensual conduct of unprincipled men Legacy Standard Bible and if He rescued righteous Lot, oppressed by the sensual conduct of unprincipled men Amplified Bible and if He rescued righteous Lot, who was tormented by the immoral conduct of unprincipled and ungodly men Berean Annotated Bible and if He rescued Lot (covering), a righteous man distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless Christian Standard Bible and if he rescued righteous Lot, distressed by the depraved behavior of the immoral Holman Christian Standard Bible and if He rescued righteous Lot, distressed by the unrestrained behavior of the immoral American Standard Version and delivered righteous Lot, sore distressed by the lascivious life of the wicked English Revised Version and delivered righteous Lot, sore distressed by the lascivious life of the wicked GOD'S WORD® Translation Yet, God rescued Lot, a man who had his approval. Lot was distressed by the lifestyle of people who had no principles and lived in sexual freedom. Good News Translation He rescued Lot, a good man, who was distressed by the immoral conduct of lawless people. International Standard Version and if he rescued Lot, a righteous man who was greatly distressed by the immoral conduct of lawless people— NET Bible and if he rescued Lot, a righteous man in anguish over the debauched lifestyle of lawless men, New Heart English Bible and delivered righteous Lot, who was very distressed by the lustful life of the wicked Webster's Bible Translation And delivered just Lot, grieved with the habitual lewdness of the wicked: Weymouth New Testament But when righteous Lot was sore distressed by the gross misconduct of immoral men He rescued him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand if He rescued Lot, a righteous man distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless World English Bible and delivered righteous Lot, who was very distressed by the lustful life of the wicked Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand He rescued righteous Lot, worn down by the conduct of the lawless in licentiousness, Berean Literal Bible and He delivered righteous Lot, being distressed by the conduct in sensuality of the lawless Young's Literal Translation and righteous Lot, worn down by the conduct in lasciviousness of the impious, He did rescue, Smith's Literal Translation And just Lot, being harassed by the licentiousness of the lawless for the turning back, he delivered: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd delivered just Lot, oppressed by the injustice and lewd conversation of the wicked. Catholic Public Domain Version And he rescued a just man, Lot, who was oppressed by the unjust and lewd behavior of the wicked. New American Bible and if he rescued Lot, a righteous man oppressed by the licentious conduct of unprincipled people New Revised Standard Version and if he rescued Lot, a righteous man greatly distressed by the licentiousness of the lawless Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd delivered righteous Lot, mortified by the filthy conduct of the lawless: Aramaic Bible in Plain English Also he delivered righteous Lot who suffered the indignity and the abominable way of life of those who were lawless, NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand delivered righteous Lot, wearied out with the licentious conduct of the lawless,— Godbey New Testament and he delivered righteous Lot, being grieved by the deportment of the ungodly in their debauchery: Haweis New Testament but righteous Lot, afflicted grievously with the infamously impure conduct of those lawless men, he plucked out: Mace New Testament since he deliver'd that just man Lot, who was grieved at the enormous practices of the licentious; Weymouth New Testament But when righteous Lot was sore distressed by the gross misconduct of immoral men He rescued him. Worrell New Testament and delivered righteous Lot, distressed by the conduct of those who were impious in lasciviousness, Worsley New Testament and delivered righteous Lot grieved at the lewd conversation of the wicked: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Deliverance from False Prophets6if He condemned the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah to destruction, reducing them to ashes as an example of what is coming on the ungodly; 7and if He rescued Lot, a righteous man distressed by the depraved conduct of the lawless 8(for that righteous man, living among them day after day, was tormented in his righteous soul by the lawless deeds he saw and heard)—… Cross References if He rescued Lot, Genesis 19:29 So when God destroyed the cities of the plain, He remembered Abraham, and He brought Lot out of the catastrophe that destroyed the cities where he had lived. Genesis 19:16 But when Lot hesitated, the men grabbed his hand and the hands of his wife and his two daughters. And they led them safely out of the city, because of the LORD’s compassion for them. Psalm 34:19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all. a righteous man Genesis 7:1 Then the LORD said to Noah, “Go into the ark, you and all your family, because I have found you righteous in this generation. Psalm 37:25 I once was young and now am old, yet never have I seen the righteous abandoned or their children begging for bread. Proverbs 20:7 The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him. distressed by the depraved conduct Psalm 119:53 Rage has taken hold of me because of the wicked who reject Your law. Ezekiel 9:4 “Go throughout the city of Jerusalem,” said the LORD, “and put a mark on the foreheads of the men sighing and groaning over all the abominations committed there.” Genesis 13:13 But the men of Sodom were wicked, sinning greatly against the LORD. of the lawless Genesis 18:20-21 Then the LORD said, “The outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is great. Because their sin is so grievous, / I will go down to see if their actions fully justify the outcry that has reached Me. If not, I will find out.” Matthew 7:23 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’ 1 John 3:4 Everyone who practices sin practices lawlessness as well. Indeed, sin is lawlessness. Genesis 19:1-29 Now the two angels arrived at Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gateway of the city. When Lot saw them, he got up to meet them, bowed facedown, / and said, “My lords, please turn aside into the house of your servant; wash your feet and spend the night. Then you can rise early and go on your way.” “No,” they answered, “we will spend the night in the square.” / But Lot insisted so strongly that they followed him into his house. He prepared a feast for them and baked unleavened bread, and they ate. … Luke 17:28-30 It was the same in the days of Lot: People were eating and drinking, buying and selling, planting and building. / But on the day Lot left Sodom, fire and sulfur rained down from heaven and destroyed them all. / It will be just like that on the day the Son of Man is revealed. Jude 1:7 In like manner, Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities around them, who indulged in sexual immorality and pursued strange flesh, are on display as an example of those who sustain the punishment of eternal fire. Ezekiel 16:49-50 Now this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughters were arrogant, overfed, and complacent; they did not help the poor and needy. / Thus they were haughty and committed abominations before Me. Therefore I removed them, as you have seen. Treasury of Scripture And delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy conversation of the wicked: delivered. Genesis 19:16,22,29 And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon his hand, and upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters; the LORD being merciful unto him: and they brought him forth, and set him without the city… 1 Corinthians 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. vexed. Genesis 13:13 But the men of Sodom were wicked and sinners before the LORD exceedingly. Genesis 19:7,8 And said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly… Psalm 120:5 Woe is me, that I sojourn in Mesech, that I dwell in the tents of Kedar! Jump to Previous Conduct Conversation Deeply Delivered Distressed Evil-Doers Filthy Godless Greatly Grieved Gross Habitual Immoral Impious Kept Lewdness Lot Misconduct Oppressed Rescue Rescued Righteous Safe Saved Sensual Sore Troubled Unclean Unprincipled Upright Vexed Wicked WornJump to Next Conduct Conversation Deeply Delivered Distressed Evil-Doers Filthy Godless Greatly Grieved Gross Habitual Immoral Impious Kept Lewdness Lot Misconduct Oppressed Rescue Rescued Righteous Safe Saved Sensual Sore Troubled Unclean Unprincipled Upright Vexed Wicked Worn2 Peter 2 1. Peter warns of false teachers, showing the impiety and punishment both of them and their followers;7. from which the godly shall be delivered, as Lot was out of Sodom; 10. and more fully describes the manners of those profane and blasphemous seducers. and if He rescued Lot, God delivered Lot from Sodom before its destruction, sending angels to bring him and his family out of the city (Genesis 19). Lot was Abraham’s nephew, and God remembered Abraham when He spared Lot (Genesis 19:29), answering the concern Abraham had expressed for any righteous people within the doomed city (Genesis 18:23–33). Peter presents Lot’s rescue as evidence that God both judges persistent rebellion and preserves His people from the judgment appointed for the wicked. Gen 19:29 So when God destroyed the cities of the plain… a righteous man Lot’s life included serious failures and compromises, yet Peter identifies him as righteous before God. His standing was not based on moral perfection but on faith in the Lord, as righteousness had been credited to Abraham by faith (Genesis 15:6). Lot’s choices brought him into a corrupt environment and weakened his household, but his inward grief over evil showed that he did not share Sodom’s rebellion. Gen 7:1 Then the LORD said to Noah, “Go into the ark… distressed by the depraved conduct Sodom’s public and violent immorality weighed heavily upon Lot. Living among such sin did not make him indifferent to it; he was troubled by conduct that openly defied God. Believers remain in a fallen world, but they must not become comfortable with what God condemns. Psa 119:53 Rage has taken hold of me because of the wicked… of the lawless Sodom’s inhabitants lived without restraint or reverence for God’s commands, as their assault on Lot’s visitors demonstrated (Genesis 19:4–11). Their destruction reveals the certainty of divine judgment against unrepentant wickedness. Lot’s deliverance alongside Sodom’s ruin shows that God’s justice distinguishes between those who persist in lawlessness and those who belong to Him. Gen 18:20-21 Then the LORD said, “The outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah… Persons / Places / Events 1. LotA nephew of Abraham, Lot is described as a "righteous man" who lived in the city of Sodom. Despite the wickedness surrounding him, Lot is noted for his distress over the immoral behavior of the people in Sodom. 2. Sodom An ancient city known for its extreme wickedness and immorality. It was ultimately destroyed by God due to its sinfulness, as recounted in Genesis. 3. God's Rescue The event of God rescuing Lot from Sodom before its destruction is a demonstration of divine intervention and mercy towards those deemed righteous. Teaching Points Righteousness Amidst WickednessLot's example teaches us that it is possible to maintain righteousness even when surrounded by pervasive immorality. Believers are called to be in the world but not of it, standing firm in their faith and values. Distress Over Sin Lot's distress over the depraved conduct around him serves as a model for Christians to be sensitive to sin and to grieve over the moral decay in society. This sensitivity should drive us to prayer and action. God's Deliverance The rescue of Lot underscores God's faithfulness to deliver the righteous from judgment. It reassures believers of God's protection and the ultimate triumph of righteousness. Judgment and Mercy The destruction of Sodom alongside Lot's rescue illustrates the dual aspects of God's character: His justice in judging sin and His mercy in saving the righteous. Christians are reminded of the importance of living in a way that honors God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Peter 2:7?2. How does 2 Peter 2:7 illustrate God's deliverance of the righteous from trials? 3. What can we learn from Lot's example about living in a sinful society? 4. How does Lot's rescue connect to God's protection promises in Psalm 34:17? 5. In what ways can we remain righteous amidst today's moral challenges? 6. How can we support others struggling with "the conduct of the lawless"? 7. How does 2 Peter 2:7 define righteousness in the context of Lot's actions? 8. Why was Lot considered righteous despite living in Sodom? 9. What does 2 Peter 2:7 reveal about God's judgment and mercy? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Peter 2? What Does 2 Peter 2:7 Mean and if He rescued LotGod’s past rescue of Lot anchors Peter’s assurance that He will likewise deliver believers today (Genesis 19:15-16; 2 Peter 2:9). The same Lord who rained fire on Sodom safely escorted Lot beyond the city’s borders, proving two unshakable realities: • Judgment truly falls on the ungodly (Luke 17:28-29). • Grace just as surely shields the righteous (Psalm 34:19). a righteous man Peter calls Lot “righteous,” not because Lot lived flawlessly, but because God declared him so and treated him accordingly (Romans 4:3; 2 Corinthians 5:21). In Sodom’s midnight, Lot’s allegiance to the Lord still distinguished him: • He welcomed the visiting angels when no one else would (Genesis 19:1-3). • He grieved over sin instead of celebrating it (Proverbs 14:9). God counts such trust and obedience as righteousness, even when mingled with human weakness. distressed The word pictures a continual, aching burden. Lot was “tormented in his righteous soul day after day” (2 Peter 2:8). He did not grow numb; the corruption around him wore on his heart like sandpaper: • Similar anguish marked Jeremiah over Jerusalem’s rebellion (Jeremiah 9:1). • Paul felt “great sorrow and unceasing anguish” for Israel’s lostness (Romans 9:2). God’s people do not merely spot sin; they feel its sting. by the depraved conduct Sodom’s behavior had rotted past all restraint—sexual perversion (Genesis 19:4-11), pride and callousness toward the poor (Ezekiel 16:49-50), and open hostility toward God (Jude 1:7). Lot’s grief sprang from witnessing: • Normalization of evil (Isaiah 5:20). • Violent rejection of righteousness (John 3:19-20). When society celebrates what God condemns, the righteous inevitably ache. of the lawless “The lawless” are those who cast off God’s moral authority (1 John 3:4). Peter sets them in stark contrast to Lot: one man governed by God’s law amid a city governed by none. Their disregard invited swift judgment (2 Peter 2:6; Proverbs 29:1). Believers today still live among the lawless, yet God’s promise holds: He knows how “to keep the unrighteous under punishment until the day of judgment” (2 Peter 2:9). summary 2 Peter 2:7 spotlights God’s faithful pattern: He intertwines judgment and deliverance. While the lawless rush toward destruction, the Lord singles out the righteous, counts them His, feels their pain, and pulls them to safety. Lot’s rescue assures every modern believer that no darkness is too thick, no culture too corrupt, for God to reach in, lift out, and preserve those who belong to Him. (7) And delivered just Lot.—Better, righteous Lot; it is the same adjective as occurs twice in the next verse. These repetitions of the same word, of which there are several examples in this Epistle (“destruction” thrice, 2Peter 2:1-3; various repetitions, 2Peter 3:10-12; “look for” thrice, 2Peter 3:12-14, &c), and which have been stigmatised as showing poverty of language, are perfectly natural in St. Peter, and not like the laboured efforts of a writer endeavouring to personate him. A person writing under strong emotion does not stop to pick his words; he uses the same word over and over again if it expresses what he means and no other word at once occurs to him. This is still more likely to be the case when a person is writing in a foreign language. The fact that such repetitions are frequent in the Second Epistle, but not in the First, is not only fully explained by the circumstances, but, as being so entirely in harmony with them, may be regarded as a mark of genuineness. “Delivered righteous Lot.” Here, as in the case of the Flood (2Peter 2:5), the destruction of the guilty suggests the preservation of the innocent. Is it fanciful to think that these lights in a dark picture are characteristic of one who had himself “denied the Master who bought him,” and yet had been preserved like Noah and rescued like Lot? This brighter side is wanting in Jude, so that in the strictly historical illustrations this Epistle is more full than the other (see Note on 2Peter 2:15); it is where apocryphal books seem to be alluded to that St. Jude has more detail.The filthy conversation.—Literally, behaviour in wantonness (comp. ... Verse 7. - And delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy conversation of the wicked; literally, and delivered righteous Lot, who was being worn out (καταπονούμενον; comp. Acts 7:24, the only other place of the New Testament where the word occurs) with the behaviour of the lawless in licentiousness. The word translated "lawless" (ἀθέσμων) is found only in one other place of the New Testament (2 Peter 3:17); but it is near akin to the ἀθεμίτοις ("abominable") of 1 Peter 4:3.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek andκαὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [if] He rescued ἐρρύσατο (errysato) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 4506: To rescue, deliver (from danger or destruction). Lot, Λὼτ (Lōt) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3091: (Hebrew), Lot, nephew of Abraham. Of Hebrew origin; Lot, a patriarch. a righteous [man] δίκαιον (dikaion) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 1342: From dike; equitable; by implication, innocent, holy. distressed καταπονούμενον (kataponoumenon) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2669: From kata and a derivative of ponos; to labor down, i.e. Wear with toil. by ὑπὸ (hypo) Preposition Strong's 5259: A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when). the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. depraved ἀσελγείᾳ (aselgeia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 766: From a compound of a and a presumed selges; licentiousness. conduct ἀναστροφῆς (anastrophēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular Strong's 391: Dealing with other men, conduct, life, behavior, manner of life. From anastrepho; behavior. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. lawless ἀθέσμων (athesmōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural Strong's 113: Lawless, unrestrained, licentious. Lawless, i.e. criminal. Additonal Resources 2 Peter 2:7 Blue Letter Bible2 Peter 2:7 Bible Gateway 2 Peter 2:7 Bible.com 2 Peter 2:7 NIV |
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