Book of Ephesians
New TestamentPauline Epistle

Book of Ephesians

6

Chapters

155

Verses

Paul the Apostle

Author

AD 60-62

Date Written

Overview

Ephesians presents the church as Christ's body, explaining our spiritual blessings and calling us to worthy living.

Purpose

To explain the church's identity and calling, and show how to live in light of our position in Christ.

Historical Context

Written from prison, likely as a circular letter to churches in Asia Minor.

Name Origins

Greek

Εφέσιος

Ephesios

Key Themes

ChurchUnityGraceSpiritual BlessingsSpiritual WarfareIdentity in Christ

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Book Outline

Doctrine

1:1-3:21

Our position in Christ

Practice

4:1-6:24

Our walk in Christ

Key Verses

“For by grace are ye saved through faith.”
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“Put on the whole armour of God.”
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“Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another.”
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