⁷ For the secret power of lawlessness is already at work; but the one who now holds it back will continue to do so till he is taken out of the way.

⁷ For the mystery of lawlessness already works. Only there is one who restrains now, until he is taken out of the way.

⁷ That doesn't mean that the spirit of anarchy is not now at work. It is, secretly and underground.