Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
Ephesians 1:7, Ephesians 1:17-18). The end aimed at (Psalms 50:23), that is, that the glory of His grace may be praised by all His creatures, men and angels.
wherein--Some of the oldest manuscripts read, "which." Then translate, "which He graciously bestowed on us." But English Version is supported by good manuscripts and the oldest versions.
us accepted--a kindred Greek word to "grace": charitos, echaritosen: translate, "graciously accepted"; "made us subjects of His grace"; "embraced us in the arms of His grace" (Romans 3:24; Romans 5:15).
in the beloved--pre-eminently so called (Matthew 3:17; Matthew 17:5; John 3:35; Colossians 1:13). Greek, "Son of His love." It is only "IN HIS BELOVED" that He loves us (Ephesians 1:3; 1 John 4:9-10).
Other commentary entries containing this verse:
Isaiah 56:7
Hosea 3:5
Luke 1:28
Ephesians 1:3
Ephesians 1:3
Ephesians 1:5
Ephesians 1:7
Ephesians 1:12
Ephesians 2:7
Ephesians 5:2
Colossians 1:13
Hebrews 10:10
DISCLAIMER: Church of the Great God (CGG) provides these resources to aid the individual in studying the Bible. However, it is up to the individual to "prove all things, and hold fast to that which is good" (I Thessalonians 5:21). The content of these resources does not necessarily reflect the views of CGG. They are provided for information purposes only.
E-mail this page
