Ephesians 3:13

Authorized King James Version

Wherefore I desire that ye faint not at my tribulations for you, which is your glory.

Word-by-Word Analysis

διὸ

G1352

Wherefore

through which thing, i.e., consequently

αἰτοῦμαι

G154

I desire

to ask (in genitive case)

μὴ

G3361

not

(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether

ἐκκακεῖν

G1573

that ye faint

to be (bad or) weak, i.e., (by implication) to fail (in heart)

ἐν

G1722

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

ταῖς

G3588

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

θλίψεσίν

G2347

tribulations

pressure (literally or figuratively)

μου

G3450

of me

ὑπὲρ

G5228

for

"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

#10

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

#11

ἥτις

G3748

which

which some, i.e., any that; also (definite) which same

#12

ἐστὶν

G2076

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

#13

δόξα

G1391

glory

glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

#14

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Ephesians. The concept of glory reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 salvation 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 glory in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on glory address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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Topics

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