Devine Scripture

Ephesians 2:17

Ephesians chapter 2 · verse 17 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

and he came and preached peace to you that were far off, and peace to them that were nigh:

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And came and preached peace to you which were afar off, and to them that were nigh.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

and he came and preached peace to you that were far off, and peace to them that were nigh:

Context

v.16and might reconcile them both in one body unto God through the cross, having slain the enmity thereby:

v.17This passage

v.18for through him we both have our access in one Spirit unto the Father.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Luke 2:14

    Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men in whom he is well pleased.

  • Deuteronomy 4:7

    For what great nation is there, that hath a god so nigh unto them, as Jehovah our God is whensoever we call upon him?

  • Psalms 75:1

    We give thanks unto thee, O God; We give thanks, for thy name is near: Men tell of thy wondrous works.

  • Matthew 10:13

    And if the house be worthy, let your peace come upon it: but if it be not worthy, let your peace return to you.

  • Romans 5:1

    Being therefore justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ;

  • Psalms 147:19

    He showeth his word unto Jacob, His statutes and his ordinances unto Israel.