| Author |
Anonymous |
| Title |
The World English Bible (WEB): Colossians
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
From www.ebible.org with slight reformatting by Martin Ward
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| Summary |
"The World English Bible (WEB): Colossians" by Anonymous is a biblical text written in the first century, a significant period in early Christian history. This epistle, attributed to the Apostle Paul, serves as a letter addressed to the Christian community in Colossae. The main topic revolves around theological instruction and practical guidance for living a Christian life according to the teachings of Jesus Christ. The text primarily focuses on the supremacy of Christ, emphasizing His divine nature and role in creation and reconciliation. Paul expresses gratitude for the faith of the Colossians and encourages them to remain steadfast against false teachings. He outlines key ethical teachings, urging the community to lead lives characterized by compassion, humility, and love. The letter also addresses social relationships, providing directives for families and masters/slaves, while concluding with personal greetings and exhortations for prayer and mutual support within the Christian community. Overall, the content calls for a deeper understanding of Christ and encourages believers to embody their faith through their actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Colossians
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8278 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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