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What Does Ephesians 4:25 Mean?

Ephesians 4:25 in the King James Version says “Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another. — study this verse from Ephesians chapter 4 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.

Ephesians 4:25 · KJV


Context

23

And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;

24

And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness. true: or, holiness of truth

25

Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.

26

Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:

27

Neither give place to the devil.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
[Verse 4:25 text would be quoted here] This verse in Ephesians chapter 4 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.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Written during Paul's Roman imprisonment (60-62 CE), this verse in chapter 4 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.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does the truth of Ephesians 4:25 about verse-specific transform your daily walk with Christ?
  2. What does this verse teach about theological theme that challenges modern Christian practice?
  3. How can you apply the theological principle of doctrinal emphasis in your relationships and witness?

Original Language Analysis

Greek · 15 words
Διὸ1 of 15

Wherefore

G1352

through which thing, i.e., consequently

ἀποθέμενοι2 of 15

putting away

G659

to put away (literally or figuratively)

τὸ3 of 15
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

ψεῦδος4 of 15

lying

G5579

a falsehood

λαλεῖτε5 of 15

speak

G2980

to talk, i.e., utter words

ἀλήθειαν6 of 15

truth

G225

truth

ἕκαστος7 of 15

every man

G1538

each or every

μετὰ8 of 15

with

G3326

properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession)

τοῦ9 of 15
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

πλησίον10 of 15

neighbour

G4139

(adverbially) close by; as noun, a neighbor, i.e., fellow (as man, countryman, christian or friend)

αὐτοῦ11 of 15
G846

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

ὅτι12 of 15

for

G3754

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

ἐσμὲν13 of 15

we are

G2070

we are

ἀλλήλων14 of 15

one of another

G240

one another

μέλη15 of 15

members

G3196

a limb or part of the body


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Ephesians. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Ephesians 4:25 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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