New Testament
Book of Ephesians
The first half describes what God has done in Christ, saving people by grace and joining Jews and non-Jews into one body. The second half applies this to unity, family life and standing firm.
At a glance
Ephesians key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 6
- Author
- Paul; a few scholars question this, but it is widely received as his
- When it was written
- Around AD 60 to 62, while Paul was under guard in Rome
- Main theme
- One new family in Christ
- Key verse
- Ephesians 2:8
Summary
What is Ephesians about?
The first half describes what God has done in Christ, saving people by grace and joining Jews and non-Jews into one body. The second half applies this to unity, family life and standing firm.
Key verse
A key verse in Ephesians
“For by grace are all of you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:”
6 chapters
Ephesians chapters
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Questions
Ephesians: common questions
Who wrote the book of Ephesians?
Paul; a few scholars question this, but it is widely received as his.
When was Ephesians written?
Around AD 60 to 62, while Paul was under guard in Rome.
What is the book of Ephesians about?
The first half describes what God has done in Christ, saving people by grace and joining Jews and non-Jews into one body. The second half applies this to unity, family life and standing firm.
How many chapters are in Ephesians?
Ephesians has 6 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in Ephesians?
Ephesians 2:8: “For by grace are all of you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:” (KJV).
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