Ephesians 1:21
Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:
Original Language Analysis
ὑπεράνω
Far above
G5231
ὑπεράνω
Far above
Strong's:
G5231
Word #:
1 of 24
above upward, i.e., greatly higher (in place or rank)
ἀρχῆς
principality
G746
ἀρχῆς
principality
Strong's:
G746
Word #:
3 of 24
(properly abstract) a commencement, or (concretely) chief (in various applications of order, time, place, or rank)
καὶ
also
G2532
καὶ
also
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
4 of 24
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐξουσίας
power
G1849
ἐξουσίας
power
Strong's:
G1849
Word #:
5 of 24
privilege, i.e., (subjectively) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery (concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token o
καὶ
also
G2532
καὶ
also
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
6 of 24
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
δυνάμεως
might
G1411
δυνάμεως
might
Strong's:
G1411
Word #:
7 of 24
force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
καὶ
also
G2532
καὶ
also
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
8 of 24
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
κυριότητος
dominion
G2963
κυριότητος
dominion
Strong's:
G2963
Word #:
9 of 24
mastery, i.e., (concretely and collectively) rulers
καὶ
also
G2532
καὶ
also
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
10 of 24
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὀνόματος
name
G3686
ὀνόματος
name
Strong's:
G3686
Word #:
12 of 24
a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
ὀνομαζομένου
that is named
G3687
ὀνομαζομένου
that is named
Strong's:
G3687
Word #:
13 of 24
to name, i.e., assign an appellation; by extension, to utter, mention, profess
τῷ
G3588
τῷ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
17 of 24
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
αἰῶνι
world
G165
αἰῶνι
world
Strong's:
G165
Word #:
18 of 24
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
ἀλλὰ
but
G235
ἀλλὰ
but
Strong's:
G235
Word #:
20 of 24
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
καὶ
also
G2532
καὶ
also
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
21 of 24
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
Cross References
Colossians 2:10And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:Hebrews 1:4Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.1 Peter 3:22Who is gone into heaven, and is on the right hand of God; angels and authorities and powers being made subject unto him.Acts 4:12Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.Colossians 2:15And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.Daniel 7:27And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.Ephesians 3:10To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God,Hebrews 4:14Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.Ephesians 6:12For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
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 1:21 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 1:21 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.