Ephesians Chapter 1 · Verse 16
Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers;
Original Language Analysis
παύομαι
Cease
G3973
παύομαι
Cease
Strong's:
G3973
Word #:
2 of 12
to stop (transitively or intransitively), i.e., restrain, quit, desist, come to an end
εὐχαριστῶν
to give thanks
G2168
εὐχαριστῶν
to give thanks
Strong's:
G2168
Word #:
3 of 12
to be grateful, i.e., (actively) to express gratitude (towards); specially, to say grace at a meal
ὑπὲρ
for
G5228
ὑπὲρ
for
Strong's:
G5228
Word #:
4 of 12
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
ποιούμενος
making
G4160
ποιούμενος
making
Strong's:
G4160
Word #:
8 of 12
to make or do (in a very wide application, more or less direct)
ἐπὶ
in
G1909
ἐπὶ
in
Strong's:
G1909
Word #:
9 of 12
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 12
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
Colossians 1:9For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;Colossians 1:3We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,2 Thessalonians 1:3We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is meet, because that your faith groweth exceedingly, and the charity of every one of you all toward each other aboundeth;1 Thessalonians 1:2We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers;1 Thessalonians 5:17Pray without ceasing.1 Samuel 12:23Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you: but I will teach you the good and the right way:Isaiah 62:6I have set watchmen upon thy walls, O Jerusalem, which shall never hold their peace day nor night: ye that make mention of the LORD, keep not silence,1 Samuel 7:8And the children of Israel said to Samuel, Cease not to cry unto the LORD our God for us, that he will save us out of the hand of the Philistines.
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 1:16 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?
Analysis & Commentary
[Verse 1:16 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.