Ephesians 3:9

Translations

Modern

…and to illuminate for everyone the stewardship of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things.

Traditional

And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ:

Literal

…and to enlighten all what is the administration of the mystery having been hidden away from the ages in God, the One having created all things,

Latin

…et illuminare omnes, quæ sit dispensatio sacramenti absconditi a sæculis in Deo, qui omnia creavit:

Original

Greek

English

…and to illuminate for everyone the stewardship of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things.

Notes

Ephesians 3:2–13

Paul pauses his thought in 3:1 to talk about his role in God's plan. When Paul first converted, God gave him the special task of sharing his grace with the gentiles (see Acts 9:15–16; 22:14–15, 21; 26:17–18; Romans 1:5; 11:13–14; 15:15–18; Galatians 1:15–16; 2:7–9; Colossians 1:25–27; 1 Timothy 2:7; 2 Timothy 4:17).

Ephesians 3:1–13

Paul explains his special job in God's plan that has existed forever. His role is to announce God's grace to gentiles (non-Jewish people).

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Living for Christ The Church The Mystery of the Good News

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Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Haggai, Book of Letter to the Ephesians Mystery

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Administration Angels: Know and Delight in the Gospel of Christ Christian Minister: Duties of God: Creator Gospel: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Jesus, the Christ: Creator Mysteries of Redemption Salvation: Plan of Salvation: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Why God Created Man

Ephesians 3:9

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