Ephesians 2:15
Having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; for to make in himself of twain one new man, so making peace;
Original Language Analysis
τήν
G3588
τήν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
1 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἔχθραν
the enmity
G2189
ἔχθραν
the enmity
Strong's:
G2189
Word #:
2 of 25
hostility; by implication, a reason for opposition
τῇ
G3588
τῇ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
σαρκί
flesh
G4561
σαρκί
flesh
Strong's:
G4561
Word #:
5 of 25
flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e., (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or
αὐτοῦ
G846
αὐτοῦ
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
6 of 25
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
νόμον
even the law
G3551
νόμον
even the law
Strong's:
G3551
Word #:
8 of 25
law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of moses (including the volume); also of the gospel), or figurat
τῶν
G3588
τῶν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἐντολῶν
of commandments
G1785
ἐντολῶν
of commandments
Strong's:
G1785
Word #:
10 of 25
injunction, i.e., an authoritative prescription
καταργήσας
Having abolished
G2673
καταργήσας
Having abolished
Strong's:
G2673
Word #:
13 of 25
to be (render) entirely idle (useless), literally or figuratively
τοὺς
G3588
τοὺς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
15 of 25
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἑαὐτῷ
himself
G1438
ἑαὐτῷ
himself
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
19 of 25
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
εἰς
one
G1519
εἰς
one
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
20 of 25
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
καινὸν
new
G2537
καινὸν
new
Strong's:
G2537
Word #:
22 of 25
new (especially in freshness; while g3501 is properly so with respect to age
Cross References
Colossians 2:14Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;Hebrews 8:13In that he saith, A new covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away.Galatians 3:10For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them.Colossians 2:20Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances,Colossians 3:10And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:Galatians 3:28There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.Galatians 6:15For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.Ephesians 4:16From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.2 Corinthians 5:17Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 2 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 2:15 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 2:15 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 2 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.