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Colossians 3

Colossians 3:15

Put On the New Self · Colossians 3:1–17
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Translations

Modern
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.
Traditional
And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.
Literal
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body. And be thankful.
Latin
…et pax Christi exsultet in cordibus vestris, in qua et vocati estis in uno corpore: et grati estote.

Original

Greek
English
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.

Notes

Colossians 3:15

Just as Christ is one, there can only be one body of Christ (see 1:18; Ephesians 4:4–6). Loyalty to Jesus as Lord should go beyond differences and lead to peace in our relationships.

Colossians 3:12–17

Paul explains the new life of those who have been raised with Christ (3:1). Their good qualities and actions contribute to the peace and strength of the Christian community.

Parallels

Ephesians 4:17–32

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Biblical Concept of Law Letter to the Colossians Peace

Topics

Being Grateful Being Thankful Catholicity: Inculcated Church: Unity of Commandments: Precepts of Paul--Explicitly Stated or Implied in Didactic Epistles Controlling Our Emotions Give Thanks God's Peace Gratitude Holiness: General Scriptures Concerning Homecoming New Year's Resolutions Peace: Spiritual Peacemakers Righteousness: Fruits of Spiritual Peace: Saints: Ruled By Thankfulness: Enjoined Thankfulness: Saints Exhorted To Thanks Thanksgiving: Saints: Exhorted To The Body of Christ The Call of God: To Man Is: To Peace