Ephesians 5:24
“Therefore as the church is subject unto Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in every thing.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Being defiled, both with original sin and actual transgressions; for God's elect, whom Christ loved and espoused from…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
In everything - In everything which is not contrary to the will of God; see the notes on Eph 5:23.
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
In every thing - That is, every lawful thing; for it is not intimated that they should obey their husbands in any thing…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ephesians 5:21-33
Here the apostle begins his exhortation to the discharge of relative duties. As a general foundation for these duties,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Therefore Translate, certainly, But. The Apostle has guarded the husband s headship from undue comparison with the…
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