Ephesians 1:13

Authorized King James Version

In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,

Word-by-Word Analysis

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

ᾧ

G3739

whom

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

καὶ

G2532

also

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

ὑμεῖς

G5210

you (as subjective of verb)

ἀκούσαντες

G191

trusted after that ye heard

to hear (in various senses)

τὸν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

λόγον

G3056

the word

something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a

τῆς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

ἀληθείας

G225

of truth

truth

#10

τὸ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#11

εὐαγγέλιον

G2098

the gospel

a good message, i.e., the gospel

#12

τῆς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#13

σωτηρίας

G4991

salvation

rescue or safety (physically or morally)

#14

ὑμῶν

G5216

of your

of (from or concerning) you

#15

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#16

ᾧ

G3739

whom

the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that

#17

καὶ

G2532

also

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#18

πιστεύσαντες

G4100

after that ye believed

to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or thing), i.e., credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's spiritual well-being to ch

#19

ἐσφραγίσθητε

G4972

ye were sealed with

to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest

#20

τῷ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#21

πνεύματι

G4151

Spirit

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

#22

τῆς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#23

ἐπαγγελίας

G1860

of promise

an announcement (for information, assent or pledge; especially a divine assurance of good)

#24

τῷ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#25

ἁγίῳ

G40

that holy

sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Ephesians, this passage highlights covenant through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of salvation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about salvation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by establishing foundational concepts crucial to Ephesians's theological argument.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of covenant within the theological tradition of Ephesians Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes salvation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of covenant, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of theology of covenant and God's relational commitment?
How does the covenant theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
What practical applications emerge from understanding covenant as presented in this verse, particularly in light of contemporary challenges facing the church and individual believers?

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Topics

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