Ephesians Chapter 4 · Verse 26
Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:
Original Language Analysis
ὀργίζεσθε
Be ye angry
G3710
ὀργίζεσθε
Be ye angry
Strong's:
G3710
Word #:
1 of 12
to provoke or enrage, i.e., (passively) become exasperated
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
2 of 12
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
μὴ
not
G3361
μὴ
not
Strong's:
G3361
Word #:
3 of 12
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
ἁμαρτάνετε·
sin
G264
ἁμαρτάνετε·
sin
Strong's:
G264
Word #:
4 of 12
properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e., (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
5 of 12
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
μὴ
not
G3361
μὴ
not
Strong's:
G3361
Word #:
7 of 12
(adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas g3756 expects an affirmative one)) whether
ἐπὶ
upon
G1909
ἐπὶ
upon
Strong's:
G1909
Word #:
9 of 12
properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re
Cross References
James 1:19Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:Psalms 4:4Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.Psalms 37:8Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.Ecclesiastes 7:9Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.Proverbs 14:29He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.Proverbs 19:11The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.Matthew 5:22But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.Mark 3:5And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched it out: and his hand was restored whole as the other.Proverbs 25:23The north wind driveth away rain: so doth an angry countenance a backbiting tongue.Numbers 20:24Aaron shall be gathered unto his people: for he shall not enter into the land which I have given unto the children of Israel, because ye rebelled against my word at the water of Meribah.
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 4:26 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 4:26 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.