Ephesians 2:16 akjv — And that he might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby:

American King James Version

"And that he might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby: "

— Ephesians 2:16, American King James Version

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Ephesians 2 — Context

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But now in Christ Jesus you who sometimes were far off are made near by the blood of Christ.

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For he is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of partition between us;

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Having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; for to make in himself of two one new man, so making peace;

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And that he might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby:

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

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For through him we both have access by one Spirit to the Father.

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Now therefore you are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints, and of the household of God;

Ephesians 2:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ephesians 2:16 say?
Ephesians 2:16 in the American King James Version reads: “And that he might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby: ”
Where is Ephesians 2:16 in the Bible?
Ephesians 2:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Ephesians, chapter 2, verse 16.
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 2:16.
What translation should I read Ephesians 2:16 in?
Ephesians 2:16 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 2:16?
Ephesians 2:16 reads (AKJV): “And that he might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby: ” 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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