| Author |
Weymouth, Richard Francis, 1822-1902 |
| Title |
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, Ephesians
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by Martin Ward
|
| Summary |
"Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, Ephesians" by Richard Francis Weymouth is a modern English translation of the biblical book of Ephesians. It is a religious publication likely written in the early 20th century, reflecting an effort to make biblical texts more accessible to contemporary readers. The book addresses themes of grace, unity, and the Christian's relationship with Christ and the church. In "Ephesians," the Apostle Paul addresses the Christian community in Ephesus, emphasizing the blessings of grace and the significance of Christ's sacrifice for believers. He elaborates on the themes of redemption and salvation, explaining how both Jews and Gentiles are united in their faith. The text encourages readers to live in accordance with their calling, promoting virtues such as love, unity, and kindness. Paul also outlines ethical instructions for family and social relationships, inviting followers to imitate God and embody the teachings of Christ. Additionally, the letter concludes with a call to spiritual strength, urging believers to equip themselves with the "armor of God" to withstand spiritual challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
|
| Subject |
Bible. Ephesians
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8837 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 14, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
