2 Thessalonians 3:9-11

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⁹ This was not because we do not have that right but in order to give you an example to imitate.^{(A) 10} For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: anyone unwilling to work should not eat. ¹¹ For we hear that some of you are living irresponsibly, mere busybodies, not doing any work.^(B)