King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
He that descended is the same also that ascended up far above all heavens, that he might fill all things.)
Complete Jewish Bible:
The one who went down is himself the one who also went up, far above all of heaven, in order to fill all things.
Berean Standard Bible:
He who descended is the very One who ascended above all the heavens, in order to fill all things.
American Standard Version:
He that descended is the same also that ascended far above all the heavens, that he might fill all things.)
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
He{G846} that descended{G2597} is{G2076} the same also{G2532} that ascended up{G305} far above{G5231} all{G3956} heavens{G3772}, that{G2443} he might fill{G4137} all things{G3956}.)
Cross-References (KJV):
Hebrews 7:26
- For such an high priest became us, [who is] holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;
Hebrews 4:14
- Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast [our] profession.
Ephesians 1:20
- Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set [him] at his own right hand in the heavenly [places],
Ephesians 1:23
- Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.
Hebrews 9:23
- ¶ [It was] therefore necessary that the patterns of things in the heavens should be purified with these; but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these.
Hebrews 9:24
- For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, [which are] the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:
Colossians 2:9
- For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.
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Commentary for Ephesians 4:10
Ephesians 4:10 is a verse that speaks to the divinity and the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. The historical context of this verse is rooted in the early Christian community's struggle to understand the nature of Jesus and His role in salvation history. This verse is part of a letter traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul, written to the church in Ephesus, which was a significant city in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey).
The themes of Ephesians 4:10 include the pre-existence, incarnation, and exaltation of Christ. "He that descended" refers to Jesus's incarnation—His coming to Earth as a human being. This reflects the Christian belief in the mystery of the God-man, where Jesus is fully divine and fully human. The verse emphasizes continuity: the one who descended from heaven (Jesus) is the same one who ascended back to heaven after His resurrection.
The phrase "far above all heavens" signifies Jesus's supreme authority and His heavenly session at the right hand of God the Father. This indicates that Jesus has a unique status, superior to all other powers and spiritual entities. The purpose of His ascension "that he might fill all things" suggests that Jesus's influence and presence are all-encompassing. This can be interpreted to mean that Christ fills the universe with His power, and through the Holy Spirit, He is present within the Church and in the lives of believers, guiding and sustaining them.
In summary, Ephesians 4:10 encapsulates deep Christological truths, affirming Jesus's divine origin, His salvific mission on Earth, and His ultimate triumph and universal lordship after His resurrection and ascension. This verse serves to encourage believers with the assurance of Christ's ongoing presence and sovereignty over all creation.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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: G2597
There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καταβαίνω
Transliteration: katabaínō
Pronunciation: kat-ab-ah'-ee-no
Description: from κατά and the base of βάσις; to descend (literally or figuratively):--come (get, go, step) down, fall (down). - Strong's Number: G2076
There are 812 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐστί
Transliteration: estí
Pronunciation: es-tee'
Description: third person singular present indicative of εἰμί; he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are:--are, be(-long), call, X can(-not), come, consisteth, X dure for a while, + follow, X have, (that) is (to say), make, meaneth, X must needs, + profit, + remaineth, + wrestle. - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G305
There are 410 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀναβαίνω
Transliteration: anabaínō
Pronunciation: an-ab-ah'-ee-no
Description: from ἀνά and the base of βάσις; to go up (literally or figuratively):--arise, ascend (up), climb (go, grow, rise, spring) up, come (up). - Strong's Number: G5231
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑπεράνω
Transliteration: hyperánō
Pronunciation: hoop-er-an'-o
Description: from ὑπέρ and ἄνω; above upward, i.e. greatly higher (in place or rank):--far above, over. - Strong's Number: G3956
There are 1075 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πᾶς
Transliteration: pâs
Pronunciation: pas
Description: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever. - Strong's Number: G3772
There are 264 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οὐρανός
Transliteration: ouranós
Pronunciation: oo-ran-os'
Description: perhaps from the same as ὄρος (through the idea of elevation); the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity):--air, heaven(-ly), sky. - 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: G4137
There are 90 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πληρόω
Transliteration: plēróō
Pronunciation: play-ro'-o
Description: from πλήρης; to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute (an office), finish (a period or task), verify (or coincide with a prediction), etc.:--accomplish, X after, (be) complete, end, expire, fill (up), fulfil, (be, make) full (come), fully preach, perfect, supply.