Ephesians 5:29
For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church:
Original Language Analysis
οὐδεὶς
no man
G3762
οὐδεὶς
no man
Strong's:
G3762
Word #:
1 of 18
not even one (man, woman or thing), i.e., none, nobody, nothing
γάρ
For
G1063
γάρ
For
Strong's:
G1063
Word #:
2 of 18
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 18
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἑαυτοῦ
his own
G1438
ἑαυτοῦ
his own
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
5 of 18
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
σάρκα
flesh
G4561
σάρκα
flesh
Strong's:
G4561
Word #:
6 of 18
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
ἐμίσησεν
hated
G3404
ἐμίσησεν
hated
Strong's:
G3404
Word #:
7 of 18
to detest (especially to persecute); by extension, to love less
ἀλλ'
but
G235
ἀλλ'
but
Strong's:
G235
Word #:
8 of 18
properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
ἐκτρέφει
nourisheth
G1625
ἐκτρέφει
nourisheth
Strong's:
G1625
Word #:
9 of 18
to rear up to maturity, i.e., (genitive case) to cherish or train
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
10 of 18
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
αὐτήν
it
G846
αὐτήν
it
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
12 of 18
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 #:
14 of 18
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
15 of 18
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Κύριος
the Lord
G2962
Κύριος
the Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
16 of 18
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
Cross References
Ephesians 5:31For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.Proverbs 11:17The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.Ecclesiastes 4:5The fool foldeth his hands together, and eateth his own flesh.Isaiah 40:11He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 5 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 5:29 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?
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Analysis & Commentary
[Verse 5:29 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 5 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.