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class="vheadingv">Verse<a href="/bsb/ephesians/6.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/ephesians/6.htm">New International Version</a> Peace to the brothers and sisters, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nlt/ephesians/6.htm">New Living Translation</a> Peace be with you, dear brothers and sisters, and may God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you love with faithfulness. <a href="/esv/ephesians/6.htm">English Standard Version</a> Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/bsb/ephesians/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Peace to the brothers and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/blb/ephesians/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Peace to the brothers and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/kjv/ephesians/6.htm">King James Bible</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nkjv/ephesians/6.htm">New King James Version</a> Peace to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nasb_/ephesians/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Peace be to the brothers and sisters, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nasb/ephesians/6.htm">NASB 1995</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nasb77/ephesians/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/lsb/ephesians/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/amp/ephesians/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Peace be to the brothers and sisters, and love joined with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/csb/ephesians/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Peace to the brothers and sisters, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/hcsb/ephesians/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Peace to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/asv/ephesians/6.htm">American Standard Version</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/cev/ephesians/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I pray that God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ will give peace, love, and faith to every follower! <a href="/erv/ephesians/6.htm">English Revised Version</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/gwt/ephesians/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> May God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give our brothers and sisters peace and love along with faith. <a href="/gnt/ephesians/6.htm">Good News Translation</a> May God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give to all Christians peace and love with faith. <a href="/isv/ephesians/6.htm">International Standard Version</a> May peace and love, with faith, be with the brothers, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus, the Messiah! <a href="/msb/ephesians/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Peace to the brothers and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/net/ephesians/6.htm">NET Bible</a> Peace to the brothers and sisters, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nheb/ephesians/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/wbt/ephesians/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/wey/ephesians/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love combined with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/web/ephesians/6.htm">World English Bible</a> Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/ephesians/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Peace to the brothers, and love, with faith, from God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ! <a href="/blb/ephesians/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Peace to the brothers and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/ylt/ephesians/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Peace to the brethren, and love, with faith, from God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ! <a href="/slt/ephesians/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Peace to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/ephesians/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Peace be to the brethren and charity with faith, from God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/cpdv/ephesians/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Peace to the brothers, and charity with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nabre/ephesians/6.htm">New American Bible</a> Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/nrsvce/ephesians/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Peace be to the whole community, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/ephesians/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Peace be to our brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father, and from our LORD Jesus Christ. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/ephesians/6.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Peace be with our brethren and love with faith, from God The Father and from our Lord Yeshua The Messiah.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/ephesians/6.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.<CM> <a href="/godbey/ephesians/6.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Peace and divine love to the brethren, with faith, from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/haweis/ephesians/6.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/mace/ephesians/6.htm">Mace New Testament</a> may our brethren have peace, social affection, and faith from God the father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/wey/ephesians/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love combined with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/worrell/ephesians/6.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/worsley/ephesians/6.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Peace be to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/parallel/ephesians/6-23.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/AfeSHen3sAQ?start=1269" 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/ephesians/6.htm">Final Greetings</a> …22I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about us, and that he may encourage your hearts. 23<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: tois (Art-DMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to the</a> <a href="/greek/80.htm" title="80: adelphois (N-DMP) -- A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote.">brothers</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/26.htm" title="26: agapē (N-NFS) -- From agapao; love, i.e. Affection or benevolence; specially a love-feast.">love</a> <a href="/greek/3326.htm" title="3326: meta (Prep) -- (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. ">with</a> <a href="/greek/4102.htm" title="4102: pisteōs (N-GFS) -- Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. ">faith</a> <a href="/greek/575.htm" title="575: apo (Prep) -- From, away from. A primary particle; off, i.e. Away, in various senses.">from</a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">God</a> <a href="/greek/3962.htm" title="3962: Patros (N-GMS) -- Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a father.">the Father</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriou (N-GMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">the Lord</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-GMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus</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.">Christ.</a> 24Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love.…<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="/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="/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="/colossians/3-15.htm">Colossians 3:15</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="/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/15-33.htm">Romans 15:33</a> The God of peace be with all of you. Amen. <a href="/1_peter/5-14.htm">1 Peter 5:14</a> Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ. <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="/1_thessalonians/5-23.htm">1 Thessalonians 5:23</a> Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/2_corinthians/13-11.htm">2 Corinthians 13:11</a> Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you. <a href="/romans/1-7.htm">Romans 1:7</a> To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. <a href="/jude/1-2.htm">Jude 1:2</a> Mercy, peace, and love be multiplied to you. <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="/numbers/6-26.htm">Numbers 6:26</a> may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’ <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.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.Peace.<a href="/romans/1-7.htm">Romans 1:7</a> To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.<a href="/1_corinthians/1-3.htm">1 Corinthians 1:3</a> Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.<a href="/genesis/43-23.htm">Genesis 43:23</a> And he said, Peace be to you, fear not: your God, and the God of your father, hath given you treasure in your sacks: I had your money. And he brought Simeon out unto them.and love.<a href="/galatians/5-6.htm">Galatians 5:6</a> For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.<a href="/1_timothy/1-3.htm">1 Timothy 1:3</a> As I besought thee to abide still at Ephesus, when I went into Macedonia, that thou mightest charge some that they teach no other doctrine,<a href="/1_timothy/5-8.htm">1 Timothy 5:8</a> But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ephesians/6-6.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-24.htm">Combined</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-16.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/ephesians/5-20.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/ephesians/5-33.htm">Love</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-15.htm">Peace</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ephesians/6-24.htm">Christ</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/12-24.htm">Combined</a> <a href="/philippians/1-25.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-24.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-24.htm">Love</a> <a href="/philippians/1-2.htm">Peace</a><div class="vheading2">Ephesians 6</div>1. <a href="/ephesians/6-1.htm">The duty of children toward their parents;</a> 5. <a href="/ephesians/6-5.htm">of servants toward their masters.</a> 10. <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Our life is a warfare, not only against flesh and blood, but also spiritual enemies.</a> 13. <a href="/ephesians/6-13.htm">The complete armor of a Christian;</a> 18. <a href="/ephesians/6-18.htm">and how it ought to be used.</a> 21. <a href="/ephesians/6-21.htm">Tychicus is commended.</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/ephesians/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ephesians/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/ephesians/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Peace to the brothers The term "peace" in this context refers to the Hebrew concept of "shalom," which encompasses not only the absence of conflict but also the presence of wholeness and well-being. This peace is a gift from God, often associated with the reconciliation brought by Christ's sacrifice (<a href="/ephesians/2-14.htm">Ephesians 2:14-18</a>). The "brothers" refers to fellow believers, emphasizing the familial bond within the body of Christ. This greeting of peace is a common Pauline benediction, reflecting the unity and harmony that should characterize the Christian community (<a href="/philippians/4-7.htm">Philippians 4:7</a>).and love with faith Love and faith are central themes in Paul's writings. Love, or "agape," is the selfless, sacrificial love that believers are called to exhibit, mirroring Christ's love for the church (<a href="/ephesians/5-2.htm">Ephesians 5:2</a>). Faith, in this context, is trust and belief in God and His promises. The combination of love with faith suggests that true Christian love is rooted in faith, and faith is expressed through love (<a href="/galatians/5-6.htm">Galatians 5:6</a>). This pairing underscores the inseparable nature of these virtues in the life of a believer.from God the Father This phrase highlights the source of peace, love, and faith. God the Father is the origin of all spiritual blessings (<a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3</a>). The paternal imagery emphasizes God's role as the provider and sustainer of His children. It reflects the intimate relationship believers have with God, who is not distant but actively involved in their lives (<a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a>).and the Lord Jesus Christ The inclusion of Jesus Christ alongside God the Father underscores the divine nature and authority of Christ. It affirms the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, where Jesus is co-equal with the Father. The title "Lord" signifies Jesus' sovereignty and His role as the head of the church (<a href="/ephesians/1-22.htm">Ephesians 1:22</a>). This phrase also points to the mediating work of Christ, through whom believers receive peace, love, and faith (<a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a>). The unity of the Father and the Son in bestowing these blessings reflects the harmony within the Godhead and the comprehensive nature of salvation.<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 Ephesians, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological teachings. 2. <a href="/topical/e/ephesians.htm">Ephesians</a> The recipients of the letter, the church in Ephesus was a significant early Christian community located in a major city of the Roman province of Asia (modern-day Turkey). 3. <a href="/topical/g/god_the_father.htm">God the Father</a> The first person of the Holy Trinity, the source of peace and love mentioned in this verse. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord_jesus_christ.htm">The Lord Jesus Christ</a> The second person of the Holy Trinity, through whom believers receive peace and love with faith. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_early_church.htm">The Early Church</a> The broader context in which this letter was written, a time of growth and establishment for Christian communities across the Roman Empire.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/p/peace_as_a_divine_gift.htm">Peace as a Divine Gift</a> Understand that true peace comes from God the Father and is a gift to believers, not something that can be manufactured by human effort. <a href="/topical/l/love_and_faith_interconnected.htm">Love and Faith Interconnected</a> Recognize that love and faith are deeply intertwined in the Christian life, with love being an expression of genuine faith. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_trinity.htm">The Role of the Trinity</a> Reflect on the roles of God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ in providing peace and love, emphasizing the unity and distinct roles within the Trinity. <a href="/topical/c/community_and_brotherhood.htm">Community and Brotherhood</a> Embrace the call to live in peace and love within the Christian community, fostering unity and support among fellow believers. <a href="/topical/l/living_out_the_gospel.htm">Living Out the Gospel</a> Apply the principles of peace, love, and faith in daily life, demonstrating the transformative power of the Gospel in personal and communal relationships.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ephesians_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ephesians 6</a> <a href="/q/why_does_god_allow_satan's_attacks.htm">Why does God permit Satan's attacks on us?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'do_not_lose_heart'_mean.htm">What constitutes evil speaking?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_believers_still_suffer_long.htm">Psalm 30:11-12: If mourning is truly turned to dancing, why do faithful believers throughout history often remain in prolonged suffering?</a> <a href="/q/does_the_bible_support_conversion_therapy.htm">Is conversion therapy supported by biblical teachings?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/ephesians/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(23) Peace be to the brethren . . .--In the conclusion of the Epistle, as at the beginning, St. Paul gives the double benediction, "Peace and grace be with you all." But it. is impossible not to notice the difference between the generality of the terms here used ("the brethren," and "all who love the Lord Jesus Christ") and the personal "you" of all the other Epistles--a difference which would be inexplicable if this Epistle were addressed to the well-known and loved Church of Ephesus alone.Peace seems especially dwelt upon in the Epistles of the Captivity, of which the Epistle to Philippi contains (in <a href="/ephesians/4-7.htm" title="But to every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.">Ephesians 4:7</a>) the fullest description of the "peace of God which passeth all understanding." It is naturally connected here with love (as in <a href="/2_corinthians/13-11.htm" title="Finally, brothers, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.">2Corinthians 13:11</a>; <a href="/context/colossians/3-15.htm" title=" And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also you are called in one body; and be you thankful.">Colossians 3:15-16</a>)--a "love with faith," "making perfect" (as in <a href="/galatians/5-6.htm" title="For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision avails any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which works by love.">Galatians 5:6</a>) the faith which St. Paul takes for granted as being in them. For peace is first with God, in the thankful receiving of His mercy; from this naturally arises "love with faith" towards Him; and out of this, again, peace and love towards men, in the conviction that, "if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another" (<a href="/1_john/4-11.htm" title="Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.">1John 4:11</a>). All these are gifts from "God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ." . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/ephesians/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verses 23, 24. - CLOSING BENEDICTION. Verse 23. - Peace be to the brethren. There is a double invocation of blessing - to the brethren, and to all that love the Lord. "The brethren" must mean the members of the Church addressed, with special reference to the amalgamation in one body of Jews and Gentiles, or to the one family (<a href="/ephesians/3-15.htm">Ephesians 3:15</a>) in which they were brethren, Peace is the echo of <a href="/ephesians/1-2.htm">Ephesians 1:2</a>, and denotes the apostle's desire for the continuance among them of the peace with God to which they had been admitted, as well as the prevalence of peace in every sense of the word. And love with faith. "Love" in the widest sense (<a href="/ephesians/3-17.htm">Ephesians 3:17, 19</a>) - the love of Christ to them, their love to Christ, and their love to one another; and love is coupled with faith, because faith is the companion of love, they are in the closest relation to each other. Faith in Christ receives him as he is offered, in all his love and goodness; it sees his loving face, and is changed into the same image. From God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ (comp. <a href="/ephesians/1-2.htm">Ephesians 1:2</a>). <a href="/commentaries/ephesians/6-23.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>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. to the τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Masculine Plural <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. brothers ἀδελφοῖς (adelphois) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_80.htm">Strong's 80: </a> A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. love ἀγάπη (agapē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_26.htm">Strong's 26: </a> From agapao; love, i.e. Affection or benevolence; specially a love-feast. with μετὰ (meta) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_3326.htm">Strong's 3326: </a> (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. faith πίστεως (pisteōs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4102.htm">Strong's 4102: </a> Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. from ἀπὸ (apo) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_575.htm">Strong's 575: </a> From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses. God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. [the] Father Πατρὸς (Patros) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3962.htm">Strong's 3962: </a> Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior. Apparently a primary word; a 'father'. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [the] Lord Κυρίου (Kyriou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. Jesus Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. Christ. Χριστοῦ (Christou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5547.htm">Strong's 5547: </a> Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. 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