Ephesians Chapter 5 · Verse 33
Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.
Original Language Analysis
πλὴν
Nevertheless
G4133
πλὴν
Nevertheless
Strong's:
G4133
Word #:
1 of 21
moreover (besides), i.e., albeit, save that, rather, yet
καὶ
G2532
καὶ
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
2 of 21
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
οἱ
G3588
οἱ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
καθ'
in particular
G2596
καθ'
in particular
Strong's:
G2596
Word #:
5 of 21
(prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
τὴν
G3588
τὴν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
8 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἑαυτόν
himself
G1438
ἑαυτόν
himself
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
9 of 21
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
ὡς
even as
G5613
ὡς
even as
Strong's:
G5613
Word #:
13 of 21
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
ἑαυτόν
himself
G1438
ἑαυτόν
himself
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
14 of 21
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
ἡ
G3588
ἡ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
15 of 21
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
φοβῆται
she reverence
G5399
φοβῆται
she reverence
Strong's:
G5399
Word #:
19 of 21
to frighten, i.e., (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e., revere
Cross References
Ephesians 5:22Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.Ephesians 5:25Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;Colossians 3:19Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.Esther 1:20And when the king's decree which he shall make shall be published throughout all his empire, (for it is great,) all the wives shall give to their husbands honour, both to great and small.Hebrews 12:9Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the Father of spirits, and live?
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 5:33 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 5:33 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.