Ephesians Chapter 4 · Verse 15
But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ:
Original Language Analysis
ἀληθεύοντες
speaking the truth
G226
ἀληθεύοντες
speaking the truth
Strong's:
G226
Word #:
1 of 15
to be true (in doctrine and profession)
ἀγάπῃ
love
G26
ἀγάπῃ
love
Strong's:
G26
Word #:
4 of 15
love, i.e., affection or benevolence; specially (plural) a love-feast
αὐξήσωμεν
may grow up
G837
αὐξήσωμεν
may grow up
Strong's:
G837
Word #:
5 of 15
to grow ("wax"), i.e., enlarge (literal or figurative, active or passive)
εἰς
into
G1519
εἰς
into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
6 of 15
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
αὐτὸν
him
G846
αὐτὸν
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
7 of 15
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
τὰ
G3588
τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
8 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὅς
which
G3739
ὅς
which
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
10 of 15
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
ἡ
G3588
ἡ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
12 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κεφαλή
the head
G2776
κεφαλή
the head
Strong's:
G2776
Word #:
13 of 15
the head (as the part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
Cross References
1 John 3:18My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.Ephesians 4:25Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.Zechariah 8:16These are the things that ye shall do; Speak ye every man the truth to his neighbour; execute the judgment of truth and peace in your gates:2 Peter 3:18But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.1 Peter 1:22Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently:Ephesians 2:21In whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an holy temple in the Lord:Ephesians 1:22And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church,1 Peter 2:2As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:Romans 12:9Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.John 1:47Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 4 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 4:15 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 4:15 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 4 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.