Ephesians 5:31
“For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.”
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Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For this cause - Ἀντὶ τόυτου Anti toutou. This verse is a quotation from Gen 2:24, and contains the account of the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Shall be joined unto his wife - Προσκολληθησεται· He shall be glued or cemented to her; and, as a well-glued board will…
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
For this cause, &c. The Gr. in this verse is practically identical with that of Gen 2:24. We may reverently infer that…
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