Ephesians 3:5

Authorized King James Version

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Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit;

Original Language Analysis

ὃ Which G3739
ὃ Which
Strong's: G3739
Word #: 1 of 21
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
ἐν by G1722
ἐν by
Strong's: G1722
Word #: 2 of 21
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
ἑτέραις other G2087
ἑτέραις other
Strong's: G2087
Word #: 3 of 21
(an-, the) other or different
γενεαῖς ages G1074
γενεαῖς ages
Strong's: G1074
Word #: 4 of 21
a generation; by implication, an age (the period or the persons)
οὐκ not G3756
οὐκ not
Strong's: G3756
Word #: 5 of 21
the absolute negative (compare g3361) adverb; no or not
ἐγνωρίσθη made known G1107
ἐγνωρίσθη made known
Strong's: G1107
Word #: 6 of 21
to make known; subjectively, to know
τοῖς G3588
τοῖς
Strong's: G3588
Word #: 7 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
υἱοῖς unto the sons G5207
υἱοῖς unto the sons
Strong's: G5207
Word #: 8 of 21
a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
τῶν G3588
τῶν
Strong's: G3588
Word #: 9 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἀνθρώπων of men G444
ἀνθρώπων of men
Strong's: G444
Word #: 10 of 21
man-faced, i.e., a human being
ὡς as G5613
ὡς as
Strong's: G5613
Word #: 11 of 21
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
νῦν now G3568
νῦν now
Strong's: G3568
Word #: 12 of 21
"now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
ἀπεκαλύφθη it is G601
ἀπεκαλύφθη it is
Strong's: G601
Word #: 13 of 21
to take off the cover, i.e., disclose
τοῖς G3588
τοῖς
Strong's: G3588
Word #: 14 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἁγίοις holy G40
ἁγίοις holy
Strong's: G40
Word #: 15 of 21
sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated)
ἀποστόλοις apostles G652
ἀποστόλοις apostles
Strong's: G652
Word #: 16 of 21
a delegate; specially, an ambassador of the gospel; officially a commissioner of christ ("apostle") (with miraculous powers)
αὐτοῦ unto his G846
αὐτοῦ unto his
Strong's: G846
Word #: 17 of 21
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
καὶ and G2532
καὶ and
Strong's: G2532
Word #: 18 of 21
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
προφήταις prophets G4396
προφήταις prophets
Strong's: G4396
Word #: 19 of 21
a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet
ἐν by G1722
ἐν by
Strong's: G1722
Word #: 20 of 21
"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc
πνεύματι the Spirit G4151
πνεύματι the Spirit
Strong's: G4151
Word #: 21 of 21
a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

Cross References

Jude 1:17But, beloved, remember ye the words which were spoken before of the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ;2 Peter 3:2That ye may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, and of the commandment of us the apostles of the Lord and Saviour:Ephesians 2:20And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone;Acts 10:28And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.Ephesians 3:9And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ:John 14:26But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.Luke 10:24For I tell you, that many prophets and kings have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.Romans 16:25Now to him that is of power to stablish you according to my gospel, and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began,Matthew 13:17For verily I say unto you, That many prophets and righteous men have desired to see those things which ye see, and have not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, and have not heard them.John 16:13Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

Analysis & Commentary

[Verse 3:5 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 3 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.

Historical Context

Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 3 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