Colossians 2:3 net — in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

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"in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge."

— Colossians 2:3, NET Bible

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Colossians 2 — Context

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For I want you to know how great a struggle I have for you, and for those in Laodicea, and for those who have not met me face to face.

2

My goal is that their hearts, having been knit together in love, may be encouraged, and that they may have all the riches that assurance brings in their understanding of the knowledge of the mystery of God, namely, Christ,

3

in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

4

I say this so that no one will deceive you through arguments that sound reasonable.

5

For though I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your morale and the firmness of your faith in Christ.

6

Warnings Against the Adoption of False Philosophies Therefore, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him,

Colossians 2:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Colossians 2:3 say?
Colossians 2:3 in the NET Bible reads: “in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.”
Where is Colossians 2:3 in the Bible?
Colossians 2:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Colossians, chapter 2, verse 3.
Who wrote Colossians?
Colossians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Colossians about?
To a church tempted by a Christ-plus-other-wisdom error, Paul writes one of Scripture's loftiest portraits of Jesus: "by him all things consist." In Christ is all the fullness of deity — and complete sufficiency for the believer. Practical instructions for new-creation living follow.
What are the major themes of Colossians?
Colossians explores themes including Supremacy of Christ, Fullness in Christ, New Life, Family, Prayer. These themes shape the meaning and context of Colossians 2:3.
What translation should I read Colossians 2:3 in?
Colossians 2:3 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Colossians 2:3?
Colossians 2:3 reads (NET): “in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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