Ephesians 6

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 6 of 6

1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.

2 “Honor your father and mother,” which is the first commandment with a promise, Ex. 20:12

3 “that it may be well with you, and you may be long-lived on the earth”. Deut. 5:16

4 And fathers, do not provoke to anger your children, but nurture them in the discipline and admonition of the Lord.

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Chapter Summary

1 The duty of children towards their parents, 5 of servants towards their masters.

Key Greek Words

πανοπλία full armor G3833
ἵστημι stand, withstand G2476
ὑπακούω obey G5219
πάλη wrestling, struggle G3823
πίστις faith G4102
προσευχή prayer G4335

Cross-References

People & Context

Paul

The writer, an ambassador in a chain, asking prayer that he may boldly make known the mystery of the gospel

Christ

The Lord whom slaves serve and from whom each receives good; named with the Father as the source of peace and grace

God the Father

The source, with the Lord Jesus Christ, of peace, love, and faith to the brothers

Tychicus

The beloved brother and faithful minister whom Paul sent to make known his affairs and comfort their hearts

The devil

The adversary whose wiles believers stand against by putting on the full armor of God

Timeline

Children and Parents

Children are told to obey and honor their parents, while fathers are warned not to provoke their children to anger but nurture them in the Lord's discipline.

Ephesians 6:1-4
Slaves and Lords

Slaves are instructed to obey their earthly lords doing the will of God, and lords are to treat slaves with forbearance, knowing they share a heavenly Master.

Ephesians 6:5-9
The Armor of God

Believers are commanded to put on the full armor of God—including the breastplate, shield, and sword—to stand firm against the wiles of the devil and spiritual powers.

Ephesians 6:10-17

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