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And be thankful. <a href="/nlt/colossians/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. <a href="/esv/colossians/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. <a href="/bsb/colossians/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful. <a href="/blb/colossians/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body. And be thankful. <a href="/kjv/colossians/3.htm">King James Bible</a> And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. <a href="/nkjv/colossians/3.htm">New King James Version</a> And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. <a href="/nasb_/colossians/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Let the peace of Christ, to which you were indeed called in one body, rule in your hearts; and be thankful. <a href="/nasb/colossians/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful. <a href="/nasb77/colossians/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful. <a href="/lsb/colossians/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body, and be thankful. <a href="/amp/colossians/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Let the peace of Christ [the inner calm of one who walks daily with Him] be the controlling factor in your hearts [deciding and settling questions that arise]. To this peace indeed you were called as members in one body [of believers]. And be thankful [to God always]. <a href="/csb/colossians/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ, to which you were also called in one body, rule your hearts. And be thankful. <a href="/hcsb/colossians/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> And let the peace of the Messiah, to which you were also called in one body, control your hearts. Be thankful. <a href="/asv/colossians/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to the which also ye were called in one body; and be ye thankful. <a href="/cev/colossians/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Each one of you is part of the body of Christ, and you were chosen to live together in peace. So let the peace that comes from Christ control your thoughts. And be grateful. <a href="/erv/colossians/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to the which also ye were called in one body; and be ye thankful. <a href="/gwt/colossians/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Also, let Christ's peace control you. God has called you into this peace by bringing you into one body. Be thankful. <a href="/gnt/colossians/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> The peace that Christ gives is to guide you in the decisions you make; for it is to this peace that God has called you together in the one body. And be thankful. <a href="/isv/colossians/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> Let the peace of the Messiah also rule in your hearts, to which you were called in one body, and be thankful. <a href="/msb/colossians/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Let the peace of God rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful. <a href="/net/colossians/3.htm">NET Bible</a> Let the peace of Christ be in control in your heart (for you were in fact called as one body to this peace), and be thankful. <a href="/nheb/colossians/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. <a href="/wbt/colossians/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. <a href="/wey/colossians/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and let the peace which Christ gives settle all questionings in your hearts, to which peace indeed you were called as belonging to His one Body; and be thankful. <a href="/web/colossians/3.htm">World English Bible</a> And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body, and be thankful. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/colossians/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which you were also called in one body, and become thankful. <a href="/blb/colossians/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body. And be thankful. <a href="/ylt/colossians/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also ye were called in one body, and become thankful. <a href="/slt/colossians/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And let the peace of God act as umpire in your hearts, to which also, ye were called in one body: and be grateful.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/colossians/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ rejoice in your hearts, wherein also you are called in one body: and be ye thankful. <a href="/cpdv/colossians/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And let the peace of Christ lift up your hearts. For in this peace, you have been called, as one body. And be thankful. <a href="/nabre/colossians/3.htm">New American Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ control your hearts, the peace into which you were also called in one body. And be thankful. <a href="/nrsvce/colossians/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/colossians/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And let the peace of Christ govern your hearts; for that end, you are called in one body; and be thankful to Christ; <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/colossians/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And the peace of The Messiah will govern your hearts, to which you are called in one body; and give thanks to The Messiah.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/colossians/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And let the peace of God, to which you are called in one body, rule in your hearts, and be thankful.<CM> <a href="/godbey/colossians/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And let the peace of Christ reign in your hearts, in which you are called in one body; and be ye thankful. <a href="/haweis/colossians/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And let the peace of God set up its throne in your hearts, whereunto also ye have been called in one body; and be ye thankful.<CM> <a href="/mace/colossians/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> may the peace of Christ, to which you are called to be but one body, influence your hearts, to be benevolent. <a href="/wey/colossians/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> and let the peace which Christ gives settle all questionings in your hearts, to which peace indeed you were called as belonging to His one Body; and be thankful. <a href="/worrell/colossians/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, unto which also ye were called in one body; and become thankful. <a href="/worsley/colossians/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And let the peace of God preside in your hearts, to which ye are also called as united in one body: and be thankful for it. <a href="/parallel/colossians/3-15.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7q-K-qsfihQ?start=625" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/colossians/3.htm">Putting on the New Self</a> …14And over all these virtues put on love, which is the bond of perfect unity. 15<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">Let the</a> <a href="/greek/1515.htm" title="1515: eirēnē (N-NFS) -- Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity.">peace</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/5547.htm" title="5547: Christou (N-GMS) -- Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.">of Christ</a> <a href="/greek/1018.htm" title="1018: brabeuetō (V-PMA-3S) -- (lit: to act as arbiter in the games), I rule, arbitrate. From the same as brabeion; to arbitrate, i.e. to govern.">rule</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tais (Art-DFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2588.htm" title="2588: kardiais (N-DFP) -- Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle.">hearts,</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">for to</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hēn (RelPro-AFS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">this</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/2564.htm" title="2564: eklēthēte (V-AIP-2P) -- (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to call.">you were called</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">as members of</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: heni (Adj-DNS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">one</a> <a href="/greek/4983.htm" title="4983: sōmati (N-DNS) -- Body, flesh; the body of the Church. From sozo; the body, used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively.">body.</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">And</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: ginesthe (V-PMM/P-2P) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">be</a> <a href="/greek/2170.htm" title="2170: eucharistoi (Adj-NMP) -- Thankful, grateful. From eu and a derivative of charizomai; well favored, i.e. grateful.">thankful.</a> 16Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a> And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. <a href="/ephesians/4-3.htm">Ephesians 4:3</a> and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. <a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a> Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. <a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1</a> Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, <a href="/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">1 Corinthians 14:33</a> For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace—as in all the churches of the saints. <a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22</a> But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-16.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:16</a> Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. <a href="/romans/14-19.htm">Romans 14:19</a> So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification. <a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14-17</a> For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility / by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace / and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He put to death their hostility. ... <a href="/1_peter/3-11.htm">1 Peter 3:11</a> He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. <a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a> You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. <a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a> The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace. <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a> For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. <a href="/numbers/6-24.htm">Numbers 6:24-26</a> ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; / may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’ <a href="/psalms/119-165.htm">Psalm 119:165</a> Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div> And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also you are called in one body; and be you thankful.the peace.<a href="/psalms/29-11.htm">Psalm 29:11</a> The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.<a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3</a> Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.<a href="/isaiah/27-5.htm">Isaiah 27:5</a> Or let him take hold of my strength, that he may make peace with me; and he shall make peace with me.to the.<a href="/1_corinthians/7-15.htm">1 Corinthians 7:15</a> But if the unbelieving depart, let him depart. A brother or a sister is not under bondage in such cases: but God hath called us to peace.<a href="/ephesians/2-16.htm">Ephesians 2:16,17</a> And that he might reconcile both unto God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby: … <a href="/ephesians/4-4.htm">Ephesians 4:4,16</a> There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; … and be.<a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Colossians 3:17</a> And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.<a href="/colossians/1-12.htm">Colossians 1:12</a> Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:<a href="/colossians/2-7.htm">Colossians 2:7</a> Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/galatians/3-14.htm">Belonging</a> <a href="/colossians/3-5.htm">Body</a> <a href="/colossians/3-13.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/colossians/2-2.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/colossians/2-23.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/colossians/3-5.htm">Members</a> <a href="/colossians/1-20.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/colossians/2-7.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/34-12.htm">Preside</a> <a href="/colossians/2-2.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/philippians/2-14.htm">Questionings</a> <a href="/colossians/2-15.htm">Rule</a> <a href="/romans/12-8.htm">Ruling</a> <a href="/acts/18-15.htm">Settle</a> <a href="/philippians/1-5.htm">Thankful</a> <a href="/colossians/2-7.htm">Times</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_thessalonians/5-8.htm">Belonging</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-17.htm">Body</a> <a href="/colossians/3-16.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-6.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/colossians/3-16.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-18.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/james/3-6.htm">Members</a> <a href="/1_thessalonians/1-1.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Praise</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/23-4.htm">Preside</a> <a href="/colossians/3-22.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/1_timothy/1-4.htm">Questionings</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-10.htm">Rule</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-4.htm">Ruling</a> <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-12.htm">Settle</a> <a href="/colossians/4-2.htm">Thankful</a> <a href="/colossians/4-2.htm">Times</a><div class="vheading2">Colossians 3</div>1. <a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">He shows where we should seek Christ.</a> 5. <a href="/colossians/3-5.htm">He exhorts to holiness;</a> 10. <a href="/colossians/3-10.htm">to put off the old self, and put on Christ;</a> 12. <a href="/colossians/3-12.htm">exhorting to charity, humility, </a> 18. <a href="/colossians/3-18.htm">and other duties.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/colossians/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/colossians/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/colossians/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts The "peace of Christ" refers to the inner tranquility and harmony that comes from a relationship with Jesus. This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but a profound sense of well-being and assurance rooted in Christ's redemptive work. In the biblical context, peace (shalom in Hebrew) encompasses completeness and wholeness. The phrase "rule in your hearts" suggests that this peace should act as an umpire or decision-maker in our lives, guiding our thoughts and actions. This aligns with <a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a>, where the peace of God is said to guard our hearts and minds. Historically, the Colossian church faced false teachings and internal strife, making this exhortation particularly relevant as a call to unity and focus on Christ's teachings.for to this you were called Believers are called to live in peace as part of their divine vocation. This calling is not just an individual experience but a communal one, reflecting the unity and harmony that should characterize the body of Christ. The concept of being "called" is a recurring theme in the New Testament, emphasizing God's initiative in bringing people into a relationship with Him (<a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28-30</a>). This calling is both a privilege and a responsibility, urging believers to live in a manner worthy of their calling (<a href="/ephesians/4.htm">Ephesians 4:1</a>).as members of one body The imagery of the church as a body is a powerful metaphor used by Paul to describe the interconnectedness and interdependence of believers (<a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">1 Corinthians 12:12-27</a>). Each member has a unique role and function, contributing to the overall health and unity of the body. This metaphor underscores the importance of peace and harmony within the church, as discord can disrupt the body's function. The historical context of the early church, with its diverse membership of Jews and Gentiles, highlights the need for unity amidst diversity.And be thankful Thankfulness is a recurring theme in Paul's letters, reflecting an attitude of gratitude that should permeate the believer's life. This gratitude is directed towards God for His grace, mercy, and provision. In the cultural context of the Greco-Roman world, gratitude was a valued virtue, but Paul elevates it to a spiritual discipline that acknowledges God's sovereignty and goodness. <a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Colossians 3:17</a> further emphasizes this by instructing believers to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. This attitude of thankfulness fosters a spirit of contentment and joy, reinforcing the peace that should rule in believers' hearts.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul_the_apostle.htm">Paul the Apostle</a> The author of the letter to the Colossians, writing to encourage and instruct the believers in Colossae. 2. <a href="/topical/c/colossae.htm">Colossae</a> An ancient city in Asia Minor, where the recipients of this letter resided. It was a community of early Christians facing various doctrinal challenges. 3. <a href="/topical/c/christ.htm">Christ</a> Central to this verse, Christ is the source of peace and the one whose peace is to rule in the hearts of believers. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_church.htm">The Church (Body of Christ)</a> The collective group of believers who are called to live in unity and peace as one body. 5. <a href="/topical/p/peace_of_christ.htm">Peace of Christ</a> The divine peace that comes from Christ, which is meant to govern the hearts of believers.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_rule_of_peace.htm">The Rule of Peace</a> Allow the peace of Christ to be the deciding factor in your heart's decisions and emotions. This peace should govern your interactions and responses. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_the_body.htm">Unity in the Body</a> Recognize that as members of one body, we are called to live in harmony. This unity is a testament to our calling in Christ. <a href="/topical/c/cultivating_thankfulness.htm">Cultivating Thankfulness</a> Develop a habit of gratitude. Being thankful is not just an add-on but an integral part of living in Christ's peace. <a href="/topical/p/peace_as_a_calling.htm">Peace as a Calling</a> Understand that living in peace is not optional but a calling for every believer. It is part of our identity in Christ. <a href="/topical/p/practical_peace.htm">Practical Peace</a> Implement practical steps to foster peace in your life, such as prayer, meditation on Scripture, and reconciliation with others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_colossians_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Colossians 3</a> <a href="/q/does_christ's_peace_rule_in_your_heart.htm">Does Christ's peace rule in your heart?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_col_3_15's_peace_align_with_early_conflicts.htm">How can Colossians 3:15’s emphasis on peace be squared with historical records showing divisions and conflicts within early Christian communities? </a> <a href="/q/when_did_the_exodus_occur.htm">Does Christ's peace rule in your heart?</a> <a href="/q/how_do_you_promote_peace_daily.htm">How can you actively promote peace in your life?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/colossians/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(15) The peace of God.--The true reading is the peace of Christ--that which He gives (<a href="/john/14-27.htm" title="Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you: not as the world gives, give I to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.">John 14:27</a>), that which He is (see <a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm" title="For he is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of partition between us;">Ephesians 2:14</a>). The ordinary reading is, no doubt, borrowed from <a href="/philippians/4-7.htm" title="And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.">Philippians 4:7</a>. This verse forms a link between the preceding exhortation to love of man, and the following exhortation to a loving and thankful service of God. The "peace of Christ" is the sense of unity in Him, with our fellow-men and with God. We are "called to it in one Body," of which He is the Head. (Comp. the fuller treatment of this subject in <a href="/context/ephesians/2-14.htm" title="For he is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of partition between us;">Ephesians 2:14-22</a>; where, in accordance with the whole character of that Epistle, the unity "in one Body," here only alluded to, is worked out in vividness and detail.)<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/colossians/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 15. - And let the peace of Christ be umpire in your hearts (<a href="/colossians/1-14.htm">Colossians 1:14, 20-22</a>; <a href="/colossians/2-18.htm">Colossians 2:18</a>; <a href="/ephesians/2-13.htm">Ephesians 2:13-18</a>; <a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1, 10</a>; <a href="/2_corinthians/5-18.htm">2 Corinthians 5:18-21</a>; <a href="/acts/10-36.htm">Acts 10:36</a>; <a href="/hebrews/13-20.htm">Hebrews 13:20</a>; <a href="/philippians/3-14.htm">Philippians 3:14</a>). "Of God," the reading of the Received Text, is borrowed from <a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a>, where, however, "in Christ Jesus" follows (comp. ver. 13 b, and <a href="/ephesians/4-32.htm">Ephesians 4:32</a>). "The peace of Christ" is that which he effects in reconciling men to God, and to himself as their Lord (ver. 13 b; <a href="/colossians/1-20.htm">Colossians 1:20</a>, see note; <a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1</a>). Here is the source of inner tranquillity and health of soul (see note on "peace," <a href="/colossians/1-2.htm">Colossians 1:2</a>; <a href="/romans/8-6.htm">Romans 8:6-9</a>; <a href="/john/16-33.htm">John 16:33</a>); and of the outward union and harmony of the Church, the body of Christ (<a href="/ephesians/2-16.htm">Ephesians 2:16</a>; <a href="/ephesians/4-2.htm">Ephesians 4:2, 3</a>; <a href="/romans/14-15.htm">Romans 14:15-19</a>; <a href="/romans/15-7.htm">Romans 15:7</a>). In <a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a>, on the other hand, Christ's peace, his "legacy," is that which he possessed and exemplified - an idea foreign to this context. This "peace" is to "act as umpire" in the Christian's heart. The compound κατα βρὰ-βεύω ("act as umpire against you") has already been used in <a href="/colossians/2-18.htm">Colossians 2:18</a> (see note; also <a href="/philippians/3-14.htm">Philippians 3:14</a>, cognate βραβεῖον) of the false teacher who, in condemning the faith of the Colossian Christians as insufficient for the attaining of "perfectness" (ver. 14) without angel worship, etc., virtually took away their prize and judged them "unworthy of eternal life." The Greek commentators seem, therefore, to be right, as against most moderns (but see Klopper on the other side), in retaining the primary sense of the verb instead of generalizing it into "rule" or the like. It stands in precise antithesis, both of sense and sound, to <a href="/colossians/2-18.htm">Colossians 2:18</a>: "Let not the deceivers decide against you, but let the peace of Christ decide in your hearts" (Cramer's 'Catena'). "The peace of Christ" dwelling within the heart is to be the security of the Colossian believer against the threats of false teachers: "They seek to rob you of your prize; let this assure you of it." Present, conscious peace with God is a warrant of the Christian's hope of everlasting life (<a href="/romans/5-1.htm">Romans 5:1-11</a>; <a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31-39</a>; <a href="/romans/15-13.htm">Romans 15:13</a>; <a href="/ephesians/1-13.htm">Ephesians 1:13, 14</a>; <a href="/1_thessalonians/5-23.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:23</a>; <a href="/titus/3-7.htm">Titus 3:7</a>). This assurance is identical with "the witness of the Spirit" (<a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Romans 8:15, 16</a>; <a href="/galatians/4-6.htm">Galatians 4:6, 7</a>; <a href="/ephesians/1-13.htm">Ephesians 1:13, 14</a>). The apostle argued in <a href="/colossians/1-4.htm">Colossians 1:4, 5</a> from the present faith and love of his readers to "the hope laid up for them in heaven;" here he bids them find in the peace which Christ has brought to their souls the earnest of their future bliss. It is but a generalizing of the same idea when he speaks in <a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a> of "the peace of God" as "garrisoning the heart and thoughts" against fear and doubt. Unto which also ye were called, in one body (<a href="/colossians/1-12.htm">Colossians 1:12, 18</a>; <a href="/colossians/2-2.htm">Colossians 2:2</a>; <a href="/ephesians/4-14.htm">Ephesians 4:14-18, 1-6</a>; <a href="/philippians/1-27.htm">Philippians 1:27, 28</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/10-17.htm">1 Corinthians 10:17</a>; <a href="/1_corinthians/12-12.htm">1 Corinthians 12:12, 13</a>; <a href="/romans/12-5.htm">Romans 12:5</a>). So this "peace" is to be at once their inward safeguard, and the ground of their outward union. They are to stand together in its defence (<a href="/philippians/1-27.htm">Philippians 1:27, 28</a>). Error, which blights the Church's hope, destroys her unity. So the maintenance of that "one hope of our calling," assured by a Divine peace within the soul, unites all Christian hearts in a common cause (compare the connection of vers. 18 and 19 in <a href="/colossians/2.htm">Colossians 2</a>.). With St. Paul, the peace of God's children with him and with each other is so essentially one that he speaks almost indistinguishably of both (<a href="/ephesians/2-15.htm">Ephesians 2:15, 16</a>; <a href="/2_corinthians/13-11.htm">2 Corinthians 13:11</a>; <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-16.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:16</a>). He adds, and be ye thankful (<a href="/colossians/1-3.htm">Colossians 1:3-5, 12</a>; <a href="/colossians/2-7.htm">Colossians 2:7</a>; <a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Colossians 3:17</a>; <a href="/colossians/4-2.htm">Colossians 4:2</a>; <a href="/ephesians/5-20.htm">Ephesians 5:20</a>); viz. "for this assurance of your future blessedness afforded by the peace of Christ within your hearts, with its outward evidence in your Christian unity." The apostle gave thanks for them on like grounds (<a href="/colossians/1-3.htm">Colossians 1:3-5</a>: comp. 1:12-14). The command to give thanks prevails in this Epistle, as that to rejoice in Philippians. "Be" is the Greek γίνομαι ("become"); so in <a href="/ephesians/4-32.htm">Ephesians 4:32</a>; <a href="/ephesians/5-1.htm">Ephesians 5:1, 17</a>. It implies "striving after an aim as not yet realized" (Meyer: comp. <a href="/john/15-8.htm">John 15:8</a>) - rather, therefore, "to be in act," "to prove" or "show one's self thankful" (see Grimm's 'Lexicon;' and comp. <a href="/romans/3-4.htm">Romans 3:4</a>; <a href="/luke/10-36.htm">Luke 10:36</a>). <a href="/commentaries/colossians/3-15.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>{Let] the ἡ (hē) Article - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. peace εἰρήνη (eirēnē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1515.htm">Strong's 1515: </a> Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity. of Christ Χριστοῦ (Christou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. rule βραβευέτω (brabeuetō) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1018.htm">Strong's 1018: </a> (lit: to act as arbiter in the games), I rule, arbitrate. From the same as brabeion; to arbitrate, i.e. to govern. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. your ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. hearts, καρδίαις (kardiais) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2588.htm">Strong's 2588: </a> Prolonged from a primary kar; the heart, i.e. the thoughts or feelings; also the middle. [for] to εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. this ἣν (hēn) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. you were called ἐκλήθητε (eklēthēte) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2564.htm">Strong's 2564: </a> (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'. as members of ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. one ἑνὶ (heni) Adjective - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. body. σώματι (sōmati) Noun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4983.htm">Strong's 4983: </a> Body, flesh; the body of the Church. From sozo; the body, used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively. And καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. be γίνεσθε (ginesthe) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. thankful. εὐχάριστοι (eucharistoi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2170.htm">Strong's 2170: </a> Thankful, grateful. 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