Ephesians 6:20
For which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.
Original Language Analysis
ὑπὲρ
For
G5228
ὑπὲρ
For
Strong's:
G5228
Word #:
1 of 13
"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super
οὗ
which
G3739
οὗ
which
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
2 of 13
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
πρεσβεύω
I am an ambassador
G4243
πρεσβεύω
I am an ambassador
Strong's:
G4243
Word #:
3 of 13
to be a senior, i.e., (by implication) act as a representative (figuratively, preacher)
αὐτῷ
therein
G846
αὐτῷ
therein
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
8 of 13
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
παῤῥησιάσωμαι
I may speak boldly
G3955
παῤῥησιάσωμαι
I may speak boldly
Strong's:
G3955
Word #:
9 of 13
to be frank in utterance, or confident in spirit and demeanor
ὡς
as
G5613
ὡς
as
Strong's:
G5613
Word #:
10 of 13
which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
Cross References
2 Corinthians 5:20Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.Colossians 4:4That I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.Acts 26:29And Paul said, I would to God, that not only thou, but also all that hear me this day, were both almost, and altogether such as I am, except these bonds.2 Timothy 2:9Wherein I suffer trouble, as an evil doer, even unto bonds; but the word of God is not bound.Philippians 1:7Even as it is meet for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart; inasmuch as both in my bonds, and in the defence and confirmation of the gospel, ye all are partakers of my grace.Acts 5:29Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.Acts 28:31Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him.Acts 28:20For this cause therefore have I called for you, to see you, and to speak with you: because that for the hope of Israel I am bound with this chain.Proverbs 13:17A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.1 John 3:16Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.
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 6:20 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 6:20 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.