Ephesians 2:4

Translations

Modern

But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy,

Traditional

But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,

Literal

But God, being rich in mercy, because of His much love with which He loved us,

Latin

Deus autem, qui dives est in misericordia, propter nimiam caritatem suam, qua dilexit nos,

Original

Greek

English

But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy,

Notes

Ephesians 2:4–10

By God's mercy, kindness, and love, those united with Jesus Christ are saved from the terrible consequences of their sin and enjoy the benefits of Christ's resurrection.

Ephesians 2:1–10

Paul thinks about how difficult life was for the believers before they found Christ. He appreciates God's grace for saving them.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) God or Satan? God’s Anger God’s Covenant Love Living for Christ Miracles Sin Enters the World The Good News Message The Grace of God The Land The Promise of New Life

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