Ephesians 2:15 asv — having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; that he might create in…

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"having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; that he might create in himself of the two one new man, so making peace; "

— Ephesians 2:15, American Standard Version

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Ephesians 2 — Context

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that ye were at that time separate from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of the promise, having no hope and without God in the world.

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But now in Christ Jesus ye that once were far off are made nigh in the blood of Christ.

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For he is our peace, who made both one, and brake down the middle wall of partition,

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having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; that he might create in himself of the two one new man, so making peace;

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

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

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

Ephesians 2:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ephesians 2:15 say?
Ephesians 2:15 in the American Standard Version reads: “having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; that he might create in himself of the two one new man, so making peace; ”
Where is Ephesians 2:15 in the Bible?
Ephesians 2:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Ephesians, chapter 2, verse 15.
Who wrote Ephesians?
Ephesians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from Roman imprisonment). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Ephesians about?
Ephesians is the church's great song of God's plan — Father, Son, and Spirit working from before the foundation of the world to gather one new people in Christ. Chapters 1–3 lay the doctrine, chapters 4–6 work out the life that flows from it, ending in the armor of God.
What are the major themes of Ephesians?
Ephesians explores themes including Grace, Unity in Christ, New Humanity, Spirit-Filled Life, Spiritual Warfare. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ephesians 2:15.
What translation should I read Ephesians 2:15 in?
Ephesians 2:15 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 Ephesians 2:15?
Ephesians 2:15 reads (ASV): “having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; that he might create in himself of the two one new man, so making peace; ” 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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