Colossians 3:6

Authorized King James Version

For which things' sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
δι'
G1223
For
through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
#2
ἃ
G3739
which things' sake
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
#3
ἔρχεται
G2064
cometh
to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
#4
ἡ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
ὀργὴ
G3709
the wrath
properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the mind), i.e., (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable) abhorrence); by implicati
#6
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#7
θεοῦ
G2316
of God
a deity, especially (with g3588) the supreme divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; exceedingly (by hebraism)
#8
ἐπὶ
G1909
on
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
#9
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
υἱοὺς
G5207
the children
a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
#11
τῆς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
ἀπειθείας
G543
of disobedience
disbelief (obstinate and rebellious)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Colossians, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Colossians.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection