Colossians 2:3

Translations

Modern

…in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

Traditional

In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

Literal

…in whom are hidden away all the treasures of wisdom and of knowledge.

Latin

…in quo sunt omnes thesauri sapientiæ et scientiæ absconditi.

Original

Greek

English

…in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

Notes

Colossians 2:3

Paul expands on 1:15–20: Christ is all we need for spiritual understanding.

Colossians 2:1–5

Paul wants to build a stronger relationship with the Colossians, even though he has not met them. He also aims to correct false teachings that threaten their Christian community.
Laodicea was 10 miles northwest of Colossae.

Colossians 1:24–2:5

Paul considers his own role in the widespread preaching of the good news about Jesus (1:23).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Counsel from Others Fear of the Lord Living for Christ Wisdom Wisdom Psalms

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