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Ephesians 4

Ephesians 4:3

Unity in the Body · Ephesians 4:1–16
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Translations

Modern
…and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.
Traditional
Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Literal
…being diligent to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace;
Latin
…solliciti servare unitatem Spiritus in vinculo pacis.

Original

Greek
English
…and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

Notes

Ephesians 4:3

through the bond of peace: Paul emphasizes that God accepts both Gentiles and Jews (2:11–3:6). This acceptance should guide behavior. Jews and Gentiles should accept each other in the church (see Colossians 3:14–15).

Ephesians 4:1–6

God's saving grace for both Jews and non-Jews (Gentiles) should guide how they interact in the church. They should welcome each other warmly, just as God has welcomed them.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) The Church

Parallels

Psalm 133:1–3 1 Corinthians 1:10–17

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Descent into Hell Evangelist Letter to the Ephesians Peace Peter, First Letter of Spirit of God Spiritual Gifts

Topics

Annoying People Calling Christian Relationships Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Communion of Saints Communion of Saints: Exhortation To Disagreements Discord Fruit of the Spirit Holy Spirit: General Scriptures Concerning Impatience Peace is a Bond of Union Peace: Social Strife: Saints should Avoid Unity Unity in the Church Unity of the Righteous