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Book of Ephesians

ephesians is a foundational biblical doctrine that shapes Christian understanding of God and His purposes.

6

Chapters

155

Verses

3

Cross-Refs

Quick Facts

Author
Paul the Apostle
Date Written
c. AD 60-62
Category
Pauline Epistle
Chapters
6
Verses
155
Testament
New Testament

About the Book of Ephesians

Ephesians reveals Paul’s most exalted and expansive theological vision, disclosing God’s eternal plan to unify all things under Christ and establish a new humanity—the church. Composed during Paul’s imprisonment in Rome, this epistle rises above local church issues to portray the vast cosmic dimensions of redemption. Spanning from eternity past to the final consummation, Ephesians unveils God’s magnificent design: through Christ and the church, His manifold wisdom is displayed to the spiritual realms.

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Famous Verses

“For by grace are ye saved through faith.”

Ephesians 2:8-9

“Put on the whole armour of God.”

Ephesians 6:11

“Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another.”

Ephesians 4:32

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