Ephesians 2:7

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in [his] kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.

Complete Jewish Bible:

in order to exhibit in the ages to come how infinitely rich is his grace, how great is his kindness toward us who are united with the Messiah Yeshua.

Berean Standard Bible:

in order that in the coming ages He might display the surpassing riches of His grace, demonstrated by His kindness to us in Christ Jesus.

American Standard Version:

that in the ages to come he might show the exceeding riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus:

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

That^{G2443} in^{G1722} the ages^{G165} to come^{G1904} he might shew^{G1731} the exceeding^{G5235} riches^{G4149} of his^{G846} grace^{G5485} in^{G1722} his kindness^{G5544} toward^{G1909} us^{G2248} through^{G1722} Christ^{G5547} Jesus^{G2424}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Titus 3:4

But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared,

1 Timothy 1:16

Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.

1 Timothy 1:17

Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, [be] honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

2 Thessalonians 1:12

That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Ephesians 2:4

¶ But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,

Revelation 5:9

And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation;

Revelation 5:14

And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four [and] twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever.

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Commentary for Ephesians 2:7

Ephesians 2:7 is a part of the New Testament, written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Ephesus, a city in modern-day Turkey. This verse is embedded within a larger passage addressing the salvation of Gentiles (non-Jews) and their incorporation into the people of God alongside Jews. In the historical context, Paul is writing to a diverse community, emphasizing the unity and reconciliation brought about by Christ's sacrifice.

The verse itself speaks to the eternal plan of God, highlighting that the purpose of His grace, demonstrated through Jesus Christ, extends beyond the present age. The phrase "ages to come" suggests an ongoing and future revelation of God's grace. The "exceeding riches" of His grace imply an abundance and generosity that surpasses human understanding or expectation. This grace is expressed through God's "kindness toward us," indicating that the believers in Ephesus, and by extension all believers, are recipients of a divine favor that is both undeserved and lavish.

The text specifically points to the means by which this grace is made manifest: "through Christ Jesus." This underscores the centrality of Christ in God's redemptive plan. The verse conveys a message of hope and assurance that God's grace, revealed in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, will continue to be a source of wonder and blessing for all who trust in Him, both now and for eternity. It encapsulates the transformative power of the Gospel and the eternal impact of God's loving-kindness.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

Strong's Number: G2443
There are 535 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἵνα
Transliteration: hína
Pronunciation: hin'-ah
Description: probably from the same as the former part of ἑαυτοῦ (through the demonstrative idea; compare ὁ); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to. Compare ἵνα μή.
Strong's Number: G1722
There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐν
Transliteration: en
Pronunciation: en
Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
Strong's Number: G165
There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αἰών
Transliteration: aiṓn
Pronunciation: ahee-ohn'
Description: from the same as ἀεί; properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic period (present or future):--age, course, eternal, (for) ever(-more), (n-)ever, (beginning of the , while the) world (began, without end). Compare χρόνος.
Strong's Number: G1904
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπέρχομαι
Transliteration: epérchomai
Pronunciation: ep-er'-khom-ahee
Description: from ἐπί and ἔρχομαι; to supervene, i.e. arrive, occur, impend, attack, (figuratively) influence:--come (in, upon).
Strong's Number: G1731
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐνδείκνυμι
Transliteration: endeíknymi
Pronunciation: en-dike'-noo-mee
Description: from ἐν and δεικνύω; to indicate (by word or act):--do, show (forth).
Strong's Number: G5235
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑπερβάλλω
Transliteration: hyperbállō
Pronunciation: hoop-er-bal'-lo
Description: from ὑπέρ and βάλλω; to throw beyod the usual mark, i.e. (figuratively) to surpass (only active participle supereminent):--exceeding, excel, pass.
Strong's Number: G4149
There are 21 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πλοῦτος
Transliteration: ploûtos
Pronunciation: ploo'-tos
Description: from the base of πλήθω; wealth (as fulness), i.e. (literally) money, possessions, or (figuratively) abundance, richness, (specially), valuable bestowment:--riches.
Strong's Number: G846
There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐτός
Transliteration: autós
Pronunciation: ow-tos'
Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
Strong's Number: G5485
There are 147 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: χάρις
Transliteration: cháris
Pronunciation: khar'-ece
Description: from χαίρω; graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and its reflection in the life; including gratitude):--acceptable, benefit, favour, gift, grace(- ious), joy, liberality, pleasure, thank(-s, -worthy).
Strong's Number: G5544
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: χρηστότης
Transliteration: chrēstótēs
Pronunciation: khray-stot'-ace
Description: from χρηστός; usefulness, i.e. morally, excellence (in character or demeanor):--gentleness, good(-ness), kindness.
Strong's Number: G1909
There are 790 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπί
Transliteration: epí
Pronunciation: ep-ee'
Description: a primary preposition; properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with the dative case) at, on, etc.; of direction (with the accusative case) towards, upon, etc.:--about (the times), above, after, against, among, as long as (touching), at, beside, X have charge of, (be-, (where-))fore, in (a place, as much as, the time of, -to), (because) of, (up-)on (behalf of), over, (by, for) the space of, through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), with. In compounds it retains essentially the same import, at, upon, etc. (literally or figuratively).
Strong's Number: G2248
There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἡμᾶς
Transliteration: hēmâs
Pronunciation: hay-mas'
Description: accusative case plural of ἐγώ; us:--our, us, we.
Strong's Number: G5547
There are 530 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Χριστός
Transliteration: Christós
Pronunciation: khris-tos'
Description: from χρίω; anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus:--Christ.
Strong's Number: G2424
There are 935 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἰησοῦς
Transliteration: Iēsoûs
Pronunciation: ee-ay-sooce'
Description: of Hebrew origin (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ); Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites:--Jesus.

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