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## We always give thanks to God ##
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This is a hyperbole. It can be translated as "we give thanks to God frequently" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
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## We always ##
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The word "we" refers to Paul, Silvanus and Timothy but not to the Thessalonians believers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-exclusive]])
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## we make mention of you in our prayers ##
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"we pray for you"
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## We remember without ceasing ##
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"we frequently remember"
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## work of faith ##
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"acts of faith" or "your work for God because you trust in him" (UDB)
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## patience of hope ##
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"endurance of hope"
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