Ephesians Chapter 6 · Verse 1
Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.
Original Language Analysis
Τὰ
G3588
Τὰ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
1 of 12
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὑπακούετε
obey
G5219
ὑπακούετε
obey
Strong's:
G5219
Word #:
3 of 12
to hear under (as a subordinate), i.e., to listen attentively; by implication, to heed or conform to a command or authority
τοῖς
G3588
τοῖς
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 12
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
κυρίῳ·
the Lord
G2962
κυρίῳ·
the Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
8 of 12
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
γάρ
for
G1063
γάρ
for
Strong's:
G1063
Word #:
10 of 12
properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
Cross References
Proverbs 23:22Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.Proverbs 6:20My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother:Proverbs 1:8My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:Deuteronomy 21:18If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the voice of his mother, and that, when they have chastened him, will not hearken unto them:Leviticus 19:3Ye shall fear every man his mother, and his father, and keep my sabbaths: I am the LORD your God.Romans 12:2And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.Job 33:27He looketh upon men, and if any say, I have sinned, and perverted that which was right, and it profited me not;1 Timothy 5:4But if any widow have children or nephews, let them learn first to shew piety at home, and to requite their parents: for that is good and acceptable before God.Proverbs 30:17The eye that mocketh at his father, and despiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it.Romans 7:12Wherefore the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.
Historical Context
Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 6 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 6:1 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 6:1 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 6 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.