Ephesians 1:14
Which is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory.
Original Language Analysis
ὅς
Which
G3739
ὅς
Which
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
1 of 15
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
ἀῤῥαβὼν
the earnest
G728
ἀῤῥαβὼν
the earnest
Strong's:
G728
Word #:
3 of 15
a pledge, i.e., part of the purchase-money or property given in advance as security for the rest
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κληρονομίας
inheritance
G2817
κληρονομίας
inheritance
Strong's:
G2817
Word #:
5 of 15
heirship, i.e., (concretely) a patrimony or (genitive case) a possession
εἰς
until
G1519
εἰς
until
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
7 of 15
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
ἀπολύτρωσιν
the redemption
G629
ἀπολύτρωσιν
the redemption
Strong's:
G629
Word #:
8 of 15
(the act) ransom in full, i.e., (figuratively) riddance, or (specially) christian salvation
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
περιποιήσεως
of the purchased possession
G4047
περιποιήσεως
of the purchased possession
Strong's:
G4047
Word #:
10 of 15
acquisition (the act or the thing); by extension, preservation
εἰς
until
G1519
εἰς
until
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
11 of 15
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τῆς
G3588
τῆς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
13 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
2 Corinthians 5:5Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit.2 Corinthians 1:22Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.Ephesians 4:30And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.Galatians 4:6And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.Romans 8:23And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.Acts 20:32And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.Ephesians 1:12That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.Psalms 74:2Remember thy congregation, which thou hast purchased of old; the rod of thine inheritance, which thou hast redeemed; this mount Zion, wherein thou hast dwelt.Psalms 78:54And he brought them to the border of his sanctuary, even to this mountain, which his right hand had purchased.
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 1 reflects the circular letter's purpose to multiple Asian churches. Ephesus was a major center of pagan worship (Artemis cult) and early Christianity, making Paul's teachings on spiritual warfare and Christian unity particularly relevant.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the truth of Ephesians 1:14 about verse-specific transform your daily walk with Christ?
- What does this verse teach about theological theme that challenges modern Christian practice?
- How can you apply the theological principle of doctrinal emphasis in your relationships and witness?
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Analysis & Commentary
[Verse 1:14 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 1 addresses theological theme. Key Greek terms include to be determined.
The theological focus is doctrinal emphasis, demonstrating Paul's emphasis on the cosmic Christ and the church as His body/bride/temple. The phrase emphasizes union with Christ as the foundation of all spiritual blessings.