Changes to Ephesians notes for BP (#1412)

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@@ -303,16 +303,16 @@ EPH	5	8	abdu	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	δὲ	1	but	The connecting word **bu
 EPH	5	8	iw4q	figs-metaphor	νῦν…φῶς ἐν Κυρίῳ	1	now are light in the Lord	Just as one can see in the light, so people whom God has saved understand how to please God. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	8	l6ki	figs-metaphor	ὡς τέκνα φωτὸς περιπατεῖτε	1	Walk as children of light	Walking on a path is a metaphor for how a person lives his life. Alternate translation: “Live as people who understand what the Lord wants them to do” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	8	abc9	figs-simile	ὡς τέκνα φωτὸς	1	as children of light	God desires us to imitate or follow him since we are his spiritual children. Alternate translation: “as God’s children who know the truth” or “because you are God’s children and see the truth” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])
-EPH	5	9	q194	figs-metaphor	ὁ…καρπὸς τοῦ φωτὸς ἐν πάσῃ ἀγαθωσύνῃ, καὶ δικαιοσύνῃ, καὶ ἀληθείᾳ	1	the fruit of the light consists in all goodness and righteousness and truth	**Fruit** here is a metaphor for “result” or “outcome.” Alternate translation: “the result of living in the light is good work, right living, and truthful behavior” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	5	9	abdv	grammar-connect-logic-result	γὰρ	1	for	The connecting word **for** introduces a result relationship. The result is that the Ephesian believers should walk as children of light. The reason is that fruit of the light is goodness and righteousness and truth. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
+EPH	5	9	abdv	grammar-connect-logic-result	γὰρ	1	for	The connecting word **for** introduces a result relationship. The result is that the Ephesian believers should walk as children of light. The reason is that the fruit of the light is goodness and righteousness and truth. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
+EPH	5	9	q194	figs-metaphor	ὁ…καρπὸς τοῦ φωτὸς ἐν πάσῃ ἀγαθωσύνῃ, καὶ δικαιοσύνῃ, καὶ ἀληθείᾳ	1	the fruit of the light consists in all goodness and righteousness and truth	Here **fruit** is a metaphor for “result” or “outcome.” Alternate translation: “the result of living in the light is good work, right living, and truthful behavior” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	11	zdu1	figs-metaphor	μὴ συνκοινωνεῖτε τοῖς ἔργοις τοῖς ἀκάρποις τοῦ σκότους	1	Do not take part in the unfruitful works of darkness	Paul speaks of the useless, sinful things that unbelievers do as if they are evil deeds people do in the dark so no one will see them. Alternate translation: “Do not do useless, sinful things with unbelievers” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	5	11	v4d1	figs-metaphor	ἔργοις τοῖς ἀκάρποις	1	unfruitful works	actions that do nothing good, useful, or profitable. Paul is comparing evil actions to an unhealthy tree that produces nothing good. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	11	abc8	figs-metaphor	τοῖς ἔργοις τοῖς ἀκάρποις τοῦ σκότους	1	the unfruitful works of darkness	The word **darkness** is often used to represent sin. In this instance, these works result from sinful motives. Alternate translation: “deeds that are worthless because they were done from sinful motives” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	5	11	abdx	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	μᾶλλον δὲ	1	but rather	The connecting phrase **but rather” introduces contrast relationship. Participating in the works of darkness is in contrast to exposing them. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]])
+EPH	5	11	v4d1	figs-metaphor	ἔργοις τοῖς ἀκάρποις	1	unfruitful works	Unfruitful works are actions that do nothing good, useful, or profitable. Paul is comparing evil actions to an unhealthy tree that produces nothing good. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	5	11	abdx	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	μᾶλλον δὲ	1	but rather	The connecting phrase **but rather** introduces contrast relationship. Participating in the works of darkness is in contrast to exposing them. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]])
 EPH	5	11	hpl2	figs-metaphor	ἐλέγχετε	1	expose them	Speaking against the works of darkness is spoken of as bringing them out into the light so that people can see them. Alternate translation: “bring them out into the light” or “uncover them” or “show and tell people how wrong these actions are” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	5	13	sp1z			0	General Information:	It is unknown if this quotation is a combination of quotations from the prophet Isaiah or a quotation from a hymn sung by the believers.
 EPH	5	13	abdy	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	δὲ	1	But	The connecting word **But** introduces a contrast relationship. Hiding the shameful works of darkness now is in contrast to the light exposing them later. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
 EPH	5	13	vqi7	figs-metaphor	πᾶν…τὸ φανερούμενον φῶς ἐστιν	1	anything that becomes visible is light	“people can clearly see everything that comes into the light.” Paul makes this general statement in order to imply that God’s Word shows people’s actions to be good or bad. The Bible often speaks of God’s truth as if it were light that could reveal the character of something. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	5	14	sp1z			0	General Information:	It is unknown if this quotation is a combination of quotations from the prophet Isaiah or a quotation from a hymn sung by the believers.
 EPH	5	14	abdz	grammar-connect-logic-result	διὸ	1	Therefore	The connecting word **Therefore** introduces a result relationship. The result is that sinners should allow Christ to shine on them. The reason is that their sins will be revealed by the light. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
 EPH	5	14	z4ar	figs-apostrophe	ἔγειρε, ὁ καθεύδων, καὶ ἀνάστα ἐκ τῶν νεκρῶν	1	Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead	Possible meanings are (1) Paul is addressing unbelievers who need to wake up from being dead spiritually just as a person who has died must come alive again in order to respond, or (2) Paul is addressing the Ephesian believers and using death as a metaphor for their spiritual weakness. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	14	abcl	figs-apostrophe	ὁ καθεύδων	1	O sleeper	Paul addresses this comment directly to either the Ephesians, or to unbelievers. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-apostrophe]])
@@ -324,18 +324,17 @@ EPH	5	15	abe0	grammar-connect-logic-result	οὖν	1	therefore	The connecting wo
 EPH	5	15	abe1	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	δὲ	1	but	The connecting word **but** introduces a contrast relationship. Being unwise is in contrast to being wise. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
 EPH	5	15	abe2	figs-ellipsis	ὡς σοφοί	1	as wise	The verb “walk” is left out. It can be stated clearly. Alternate translation: “walk as wise” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-ellipsis]]) 
 EPH	5	16	h8b1	figs-metaphor	ἐξαγοραζόμενοι τὸν καιρόν	1	redeeming the time	Using time wisely is spoken of as if it were redeeming the time. Alternate translation: “doing the best things you can with your time” or “using time wisely” or “putting time to its best use” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	5	16	lrb6	figs-metonymy	ὅτι αἱ ἡμέραι πονηραί εἰσιν	1	because the days are evil	The word **days** is a metonym for what people do during those days. Alternate translation: “because the people around you are doing all kinds of evil things” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
 EPH	5	16	abe3	grammar-connect-logic-result	ὅτι	1	because	The connecting word **because** introduces a result relationship. The result is that the believers will redeem the time. The reason is that the days are evil. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
+EPH	5	16	lrb6	figs-metonymy	αἱ ἡμέραι πονηραί εἰσιν	1	the days are evil	The word **days** is a metonym for what people do during those days. Alternate translation: “the people around you are doing all kinds of evil things” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
 EPH	5	17	abe4	grammar-connect-logic-result	διὰ τοῦτο	1	Therefore	The connecting word **Therefore** introduces a result relationship. The result is that the believers will not be foolish, but understand God’s will. The reason is that the days are evil. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
 EPH	5	17	abe5	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλὰ	1	but	The connecting word **but** introduces a contrast relationship. Being foolish is in contrast to understanding God’s will. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
-EPH	5	18	tz9e			0	Connecting Statement:	Paul ends his instructions on how all believers should live.
 EPH	5	18	scp1		καὶ μὴ μεθύσκεσθε οἴνῳ	1	And do not get drunk with wine	“You should not get drunk from drinking wine”
-EPH	5	18	lgw3		ἀλλὰ πληροῦσθε ἐν Πνεύματι	1	Instead, be filled with the Spirit	“Instead, you should be controlled with the Holy Spirit”
 EPH	5	18	abe6	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλὰ	1	Instead	The connecting word **Instead** introduces a contrast relationship. Being drunk is in contrast to being filled with the Spirit. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
+EPH	5	18	lgw3		πληροῦσθε ἐν Πνεύματι	1	be filled with the Spirit	“you should be controlled with the Holy Spirit”
 EPH	5	19	egk6	figs-merism	ψαλμοῖς, καὶ ὕμνοις, καὶ ᾠδαῖς πνευματικαῖς	1	psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs	Possible meanings are that (1) Paul is using these words as a merism for “all sorts of songs to praise God” or (2) Paul is listing specific forms of music. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-merism]])
 EPH	5	19	n5jj		ψαλμοῖς	1	psalms	These are probably songs from the Old Testament book of Psalms that Christians sang.
 EPH	5	19	g5ss		ὕμνοις	1	hymns	These are songs of praise and worship that may have been written specifically for Christians to sing.
-EPH	5	19	v9ay	figs-doublet	ᾠδαῖς πνευματικαῖς	1	spiritual songs	Possible meanings are (1) these are songs that Holy Spirit inspires a person to sing right at that moment or (2) **spiritual songs** and **hymns** are doublets and mean basically the same thing. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
+EPH	5	19	v9ay	figs-doublet	ᾠδαῖς πνευματικαῖς	1	spiritual songs	Possible meanings are (1) these are songs that the Holy Spirit inspires a person to sing right at that moment or (2) **spiritual songs** and **hymns** are doublets and mean basically the same thing. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
 EPH	5	19	v3ql	bita-hq	τῇ καρδίᾳ ὑμῶν	1	in your heart	Here **heart** is a metonym for a person’s thoughts or inner being. The phrase **with all your heart** means to do something with enthusiasm. Alternate translation: “with all of your being” or “enthusiastically” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/bita-hq]])
 EPH	5	20	e6w5	bita-hq	ἐν ὀνόματι τοῦ Κυρίου ἡμῶν, Ἰησοῦ Χριστοῦ	1	in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ	Here **name** may represent (1) Jesus himself or (2) the authority of Jesus. Alternate translation: “because you belong to our Lord Jesus Christ” or “with the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/bita-hq]]) 
 EPH	5	22	isd7			0	Connecting Statement:	Paul begins to explain how Christians are to submit themselves to one another ([Ephesians 5:21](../05/21.md)). He starts with instructions to wives and husbands on how they should act toward each other.
@@ -347,14 +346,14 @@ EPH	5	25	sm9e		ἀγαπᾶτε τὰς γυναῖκας	1	love your wives	Here
 EPH	5	25	i24y		ἑαυτὸν παρέδωκεν	1	gave himself up	“allowed people to kill him”
 EPH	5	25	kp8k	figs-metaphor	ὑπὲρ αὐτῆς	1	for her	Paul speaks of the assembly of believers as though it were a woman whom Jesus will marry. Alternate translation: “for us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	26	abe9	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of Christ giving himself up to death is to sanctify the church. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
-EPH	5	26	h6vx	figs-metaphor	αὐτὴν ἁγιάσῃ, καθαρίσας	1	sanctify her…having cleansed her	Paul speaks of the assembly of believers as though it were a woman whom Jesus will marry. Alternate translation: “make us holy…cleansed us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	5	26	h6vx	figs-metaphor	αὐτὴν ἁγιάσῃ, καθαρίσας	1	sanctify her…having cleansed her	Paul speaks of the assembly of believers as though it were a woman whom Jesus made holy. Alternate translation: “make us holy…cleansed us” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	26	a9p5	figs-metaphor	καθαρίσας τῷ λουτρῷ τοῦ ὕδατος ἐν ῥήματι	1	having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word	Possible meanings are (1) Paul is referring to God making Christ’s people clean by God’s word and through water baptism in Christ or (2) Paul speaks of God making us spiritually clean from our sins by the message as if God were making our bodies clean by washing them with water. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	5	27	abea	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of Christ cleansing the church with the word is to present the church to himself as a glorious bride. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
 EPH	5	27	d1sm	figs-metaphor	μὴ ἔχουσαν σπίλον, ἢ ῥυτίδα	1	not having stain or wrinkle	Paul speaks of the church as though it were a garment that is clean and in good condition. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	5	27	abcm	figs-doublet	μὴ ἔχουσαν σπίλον, ἢ ῥυτίδα	1	not having stain or wrinkle	Here **stain** and **wrinkle** represent the same idea of defect in two ways to emphasize the church’s purity. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
+EPH	5	27	abcm	figs-doublet	σπίλον, ἢ ῥυτίδα	1	stain or wrinkle	Here **stain** and **wrinkle** represent the same idea of defect in two ways to emphasize the church’s purity. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
 EPH	5	27	abeb	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλ’	1	but	The connecting word **but** introduces a contrast relationship. The church having stains and wrinkles of sin is in contrast to the church being holy and blameless. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
 EPH	5	27	abec	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	2	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of Christ washing the church is to make the church holy and blameless. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
-EPH	5	27	jvi4	figs-doublet	ἁγία καὶ ἄμωμος	1	holy and blameless	The phrase **without fault** means basically the same thing as **holy**. Paul uses the two together to emphasize the church’s purity. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
+EPH	5	27	jvi4	figs-doublet	ἁγία καὶ ἄμωμος	1	holy and blameless	The phrase **blameless** means basically the same thing as **holy**. Paul uses the two together to emphasize the church’s purity. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
 EPH	5	28	wp8b	figs-explicit	ὡς τὰ ἑαυτῶν σώματα	1	as their own bodies	That people love their own bodies may be stated explicitly. Alternate translation: “as husbands love their own bodies” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
 EPH	5	29	h5aa		ἀλλὰ ἐκτρέφει	1	but he nourishes	“but he feeds”
 EPH	5	29	abed	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλὰ	1	but	The connecting word **but** introduces a contrast relationship. Hating one’s own body is in contrast to caring for it. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
@@ -364,10 +363,11 @@ EPH	5	31	yp23			0	General Information:	The quotation is from the writings of Mos
 EPH	5	31	yp24			0	General Information:	The words **his** and **himself** refer to a male believer who marries.
 EPH	5	31	abef	grammar-connect-logic-result	ἀντὶ τούτου	1	For this reason	The connecting phrase **For this reason** introduces a result relationship. The result is that a man will leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife. The reason is that believers are members of Christ’s body. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
 EPH	6	intro	r7c3			0		# Ephesians 06 General Notes<br>## Special concepts in this chapter<br><br>### Slavery<br>Paul does not write in this chapter about whether slavery is good or bad. Paul teaches about working to please God whether as a slave or as a master. What Paul teaches here about slavery would have been surprising. In his time, masters were not expected to treat their slaves with respect and not threaten them.<br><br>## Important figures of speech in this chapter<br><br>### Armor of God<br>This extended metaphor describes how Christians can protect themselves when spiritually attacked. (See: [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/spirit]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	6	1	wq46	figs-you		0	General Information:	The first word **your** is plural. Then Paul quotes Moses. Moses was talking to the people of Israel as though they were one person, so **your** and **you** are singular. You may need to translate them as plurals. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you]])
+EPH	6	1	wq46	figs-you		0	General Information:	The word **your** is plural. Paul is speaking to every believing child who is not yet an adult and is therefore still under the authority of his or her parents. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you]])
 EPH	6	1	jf17			0	Connecting Statement:	Paul continues to explain how Christians are to submit themselves to each other. He gives instructions to children, fathers, workers, and masters.
 EPH	6	1	ev8m		τὰ τέκνα, ὑπακούετε τοῖς γονεῦσιν ὑμῶν ἐν Κυρίῳ	1	Children, obey your parents in the Lord	Paul reminds children to obey their physical parents.
 EPH	6	1	abeg	grammar-connect-logic-result	γάρ	1	for	The connecting word **for** introduces a result relationship. The result is that children will obey their parents. The reason is that this is the right thing to do. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]])
+EPH	6	2	bbc1	figs-you		0	General Information:	Paul quotes Moses in verses 2-3. Moses was talking to the people of Israel as though they were one person, so **your** and **you** are singular. You may need to translate them as plurals. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you]])
 EPH	6	3	abeh	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of obeying your father and mother is to live well and long on the earth. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
 EPH	6	4	bb7g		μὴ παροργίζετε τὰ τέκνα ὑμῶν	1	do not provoke your children to anger	“do not make your children angry” or “do not cause your children to be angry”
 EPH	6	4	abei	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλὰ	1	Instead	The connecting word **Instead** introduces a contrast relationship. Fathers provoking their children to anger is in contrast to raising their children in discipline and instruction. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
@@ -375,40 +375,40 @@ EPH	6	4	ytg5	figs-abstractnouns	ἐκτρέφετε αὐτὰ ἐν παιδε
 EPH	6	5	s1pq	figs-doublet	φόβου καὶ τρόμου	1	fear and trembling	The phrase **fear and trembling** uses two similar ideas to emphasize the importance of honoring their masters. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-doublet]])
 EPH	6	5	z6xx	figs-hyperbole	καὶ τρόμου	1	and trembling	Here **trembling** is an exaggeration used to emphasize how important it is that slaves obey their masters. Alternate translation: “and fear” or “as though you were shaking with fear” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-hyperbole]])
 EPH	6	5	pd6z	bita-hq	ἐν ἁπλότητι τῆς καρδίας ὑμῶν	1	in honesty of your heart	Here **heart** is a metonym for a person’s mind or intentions. Alternate translation: “with honesty” or “with sincerity” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/bita-hq]])
-EPH	6	6	abej	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλ’	1	but	The connecting word **But** introduces a contrast relationship. Obeying our masters as men-pleasers is in contrast to obeying them because we are slaves of Christ. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
+EPH	6	6	abej	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλ’	1	but	The connecting word **but** introduces a contrast relationship. Obeying our masters as men-pleasers is in contrast to obeying them because we are slaves of Christ. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
 EPH	6	6	l9ve		ὡς δοῦλοι Χριστοῦ	1	as slaves of Christ	Serve your earthly master as though your earthly master were Christ himself.
-EPH	6	6	u5fn	figs-metonymy	ἐκ ψυχῆς	1	from the soul	Here **heart** is a metonym for “thoughts” or “intentions.” Alternate translation: “with sincerity” or “enthusiastically” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
+EPH	6	6	u5fn	figs-metonymy	ἐκ ψυχῆς	1	from the soul	The term **soul** refers to “inner self” or “thoughts” or “feelings.” Alternate translation: “wholeheartedly” or “enthusiastically” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy]])
 EPH	6	9	i85s		τὰ αὐτὰ ποιεῖτε πρὸς αὐτούς	1	do the same to them	“you also must treat your slaves well” or “just as slaves must do good to their masters, you also must do good to your slaves” ([Ephesians 6:5](../06/05.md))
 EPH	6	9	wii4		εἰδότες ὅτι καὶ αὐτῶν καὶ ὑμῶν ὁ Κύριός ἐστιν ἐν οὐρανοῖς	1	You know that the Master, both theirs and yours, is in heaven	“You know that Christ is the Master of both slaves and their masters, and that he is in heaven”
 EPH	6	9	r9ue		προσωπολημψία οὐκ ἔστιν παρ’ αὐτῷ	1	there is no favoritism with him	“he judges everyone the same way”
 EPH	6	10	t5th			0	Connecting Statement:	Paul gives instructions to make believers strong in this battle we live for God.
 EPH	6	10	e4mg		τῷ κράτει τῆς ἰσχύος αὐτοῦ	1	the force of his strength	“his great power.” See how **the strength of his power** is translated near the end of [Ephesians 1:21](../01/21.md).
 EPH	6	11	n8x8	figs-metaphor	ἐνδύσασθε τὴν πανοπλίαν τοῦ Θεοῦ, πρὸς τὸ δύνασθαι ὑμᾶς στῆναι πρὸς τὰς μεθοδίας τοῦ διαβόλου	1	Put on the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to stand against the scheming plans of the devil	Christians should use all the resources God gives to stand firmly against the devil just as a soldier puts on armor to protect himself from enemy attacks. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	6	11	ra3y		τὰς μεθοδίας	1	the scheming plans	“the tricky plans”
+EPH	6	11	ra3y		τὰς μεθοδίας	1	the scheming	“the clever plans”
 EPH	6	12	abek	grammar-connect-logic-result	ὅτι	1	For	The connecting word **For** introduces a result relationship. The result is that we put on the whole armor of God. The reason is that we are in a struggle against spiritual forces of darkness. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
 EPH	6	12	d7be	figs-synecdoche	αἷμα καὶ σάρκα	1	blood and flesh	This expression refers to people, not spirits who do not have human bodies. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])
-EPH	6	12	abel	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλὰ	1	but	The connecting word **But** introduces a contrast relationship. People made of flesh and blood are in contrast to spiritual forces. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
+EPH	6	12	abel	grammar-connect-logic-contrast	ἀλλὰ	1	but	The connecting word **but** introduces a contrast relationship. People made of flesh and blood are in contrast to spiritual forces. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-contrast]]) 
 EPH	6	12	ftu4	figs-explicit	πρὸς τοὺς κοσμοκράτορας	1	against the world-controllers	Here it is implied that **the world-controllers** refers to powerful spiritual beings. Alternate translation: “against the powerful spiritual beings that rule over people” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])
 EPH	6	12	abcn	figs-explicit	τοῦ σκότους τούτου	1	this darkness	Here **darkness** is a metaphor for things that are evil. Alternate translation: “during this present evil time” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	6	13	jrn9	figs-metaphor	διὰ τοῦτο, ἀναλάβετε τὴν πανοπλίαν τοῦ Θεοῦ	1	Therefore, put on the whole armor of God	Christians should use the protective resources God gives them in fighting the devil in the same way a soldier puts on armor to protect himself against his enemies. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	13	abem	grammar-connect-logic-result	οὖν	1	Therefore	The connecting word **Therefore** introduces a result relationship. The result is that we will put on the whole armor of God. The reason is that we are in a battle against evil spiritual forces. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
-EPH	6	13	cy9h	figs-metaphor	ἵνα δυνηθῆτε ἀντιστῆναι ἐν τῇ ἡμέρᾳ τῇ πονηρᾷ	1	so that you may be able to withstand in the evil day	The words **stand firm** represent successfully resisting or fighting something. Alternate translation: “so that you may be able to resist evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	13	jrn9	figs-metaphor	ἀναλάβετε τὴν πανοπλίαν τοῦ Θεοῦ	1	put on the whole armor of God	Christians should use the protective resources God gives them in fighting the devil in the same way a soldier puts on armor to protect himself against his enemies. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	13	aben	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of putting on the whole armor of God is to be able to withstand the attacks of the spiritual forces of darkness. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
-EPH	6	14	r5m7	figs-metaphor	στῆτε οὖν	1	Stand, therefore	The words **stand** represents successfully resisting or fighting something. See how you translated **stand firm** in [Ephesians 6:13](../06/13.md). “So resist evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	13	cy9h	figs-metaphor	δυνηθῆτε ἀντιστῆναι ἐν τῇ ἡμέρᾳ τῇ πονηρᾷ	1	you may be able to withstand in the evil day	The words **stand firm** represent successfully resisting or fighting something. Alternate translation: “you may be able to resist evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	14	r5m7	figs-metaphor	στῆτε	1	Stand	The word **Stand** represents successfully resisting or fighting something. See how you translated **to stand** in [Ephesians 6:13](../06/13.md). “So resist evil” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	14	aben	grammar-connect-logic-result	οὖν	1	therefore	The connecting word **therefore** introduces a result relationship. The result is that believers will stand and resist the evil spiritual forces. The reason is that we have put on our spiritual armor. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result]]) 
 EPH	6	14	lbd4	figs-metaphor	περιζωσάμενοι τὴν ὀσφὺν ὑμῶν ἐν ἀληθείᾳ	1	having fastened up your robe around your waist with the truth	Truth holds everything together for a believer just as a belt holds the clothing of a soldier together. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	14	zt21		ἀληθείᾳ…δικαιοσύνης	1	truth…righteousness	We are to know the truth and act in ways that please God.
-EPH	6	14	abca	figs-metaphor	ἐνδυσάμενοι τὸν θώρακα τῆς δικαιοσύνης	1	having put on the breastplate of righteousness	Christians trusting in righteousness is spoken of as if they were soldiers putting on a breastplate to protect himself from enemy attacks. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	14	abca	figs-metaphor	ἐνδυσάμενοι τὸν θώρακα τῆς δικαιοσύνης	1	having put on the breastplate of righteousness	Christians trusting in righteousness is spoken of as if they were soldiers putting on a breastplate to protect themselves from enemy attacks. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	14	ij1q	figs-metaphor	τὸν θώρακα τῆς δικαιοσύνης	1	the breastplate of righteousness	Possible meanings are (1) the gift of righteousness covers a believer’s heart just as a breastplate protects the chest of a soldier or (2) our living as God wants us, gives us a clear conscience that protects our hearts the way a breastplate protects a soldier’s chest. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	6	15	f6w1	figs-metaphor	ὑποδησάμενοι τοὺς πόδας ἐν ἑτοιμασίᾳ τοῦ εὐαγγελίου τῆς εἰρήνης	1	having shod your feet with the readiness of the gospel of peace	Just as a soldier wears shoes to give him solid footing, the believer must have solid knowledge of the gospel of peace in order to be ready to proclaim it. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	15	f6w1	figs-metaphor	ὑποδησάμενοι τοὺς πόδας ἐν ἑτοιμασίᾳ τοῦ εὐαγγελίου τῆς εἰρήνης	1	having shod your feet with the readiness of the gospel of peace	Just as a soldier wears boots to give him solid footing, the believer must have solid knowledge of the gospel of peace in order to be ready to proclaim it. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	16	n65c	figs-metaphor	ἐν πᾶσιν ἀναλαβόντες τὸν θυρεὸν τῆς πίστεως	1	In everything take up the shield of the faith	The believer must use the faith that God gives for protection when the devil attacks, just as a soldier uses a shield to protect him from enemy attacks. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	16	djl5	figs-metaphor	τὰ βέλη τοῦ πονηροῦ πεπυρωμένα	1	the flaming arrows of the evil one	The attacks of the devil against a believer are like flaming arrows shot at a soldier by an enemy. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	17	g2kw	figs-metaphor	τὴν περικεφαλαίαν τοῦ σωτηρίου δέξασθε	1	Take the helmet of salvation	Salvation given by God protects the believer’s mind just as a helmet protects the head of a soldier. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
-EPH	6	17	c191	figs-metaphor	τὴν…μάχαιραν τοῦ Πνεύματος, ὅ ἐστιν ῥῆμα Θεοῦ	1	the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God	The writer speaks of God’s instructions to his people as if they were a sword that his people could use to fight an enemy, (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	17	c191	figs-metaphor	τὴν…μάχαιραν τοῦ Πνεύματος, ὅ ἐστιν ῥῆμα Θεοῦ	1	the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God	The writer speaks of God’s instructions to his people as if they were a sword that his people could use to fight an enemy. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	18	mu4w		διὰ πάσης προσευχῆς καὶ δεήσεως, προσευχόμενοι ἐν παντὶ καιρῷ ἐν Πνεύματι	1	With every prayer and request, pray at all times in the Spirit	“Pray at all times in the Spirit as you pray and make specific requests”
-EPH	6	18	g1i7		εἰς αὐτὸ	1	To this end	“For this reason” or “Keeping this in mind.” This refers to the attitude of taking God’s armor.
+EPH	6	18	g1i7		εἰς αὐτὸ	1	To this end	“For this reason” or “Keeping this in mind.” Since believers are to always pray, they should also be faithful to pray for other believers, including Paul.
 EPH	6	18	i5hm		ἀγρυπνοῦντες ἐν πάσῃ προσκαρτερήσει καὶ δεήσει περὶ πάντων τῶν ἁγίων	1	be watchful with all perseverance and requests for all the saints	“persevere in being alert, and pray for all God’s holy people” or “pray with constant alertness for all the believers”
-EPH	6	19	rm1h			0	Connecting Statement:	In his closing, Paul asks them to pray for his boldness in telling the gospel while he is in prison and says he is sending Tychicus to comfort them.
+EPH	6	19	rm1h			0	Connecting Statement:	In verses 19-20, Paul asks them to pray for his boldness in telling the gospel while he is in prison.
 EPH	6	19	j135	figs-activepassive	ἵνα μοι δοθῇ λόγος	1	so that a message might be given to me	This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: “that God might give me the word” or “God might give me the message” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
 EPH	6	19	abeo	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of the believers praying for Paul is to enable him to preach the gospel boldly. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
 EPH	6	19	gu1n	figs-idiom	ἀνοίξει τοῦ στόματός μου	1	open my mouth	This is a metonym for speaking. Alternate translation: “speak” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-idiom]])
@@ -417,8 +417,8 @@ EPH	6	20	pmm2	figs-explicit	ἵνα ἐν αὐτῷ παρρησιάσωμαι,
 EPH	6	20	abep	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of the believers praying for Paul is to enable him to preach the gospel boldly even though he is in chains. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]])  
 EPH	6	21	aber	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of Paul sending Tychicus to Ephesus was to tell the Ephesian believers what was happening to Paul. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
 EPH	6	21	cxs9	translate-names	Τυχικὸς	1	Tychicus	Tychicus was one of several men who served with Paul. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
-EPH	6	21	abc2	figs-metaphor	ἀδελφὸς	1	brother	Paul speaks of Tychicus as if he were a brother to all the other believers who were in God’s spiritual family, (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	21	abc2	figs-metaphor	ἀδελφὸς	1	brother	Paul speaks of Tychicus as if he were a brother to all the other believers who were in God’s spiritual family. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
 EPH	6	22	nv5m	bita-hq	παρακαλέσῃ τὰς καρδίας ὑμῶν	1	your hearts may be encouraged	Here **hearts** is a metonym for people’s inner beings. Alternate translation: “he may encourage you” (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/bita-hq]])
 EPH	6	22	abes	grammar-connect-logic-goal	ἵνα	1	so that	The connecting phrase **so that** introduces a goal relationship. The goal or purpose of Paul sending Tychicus to the Ephesians is to encourage their hearts and to let them know what was happening to Paul and his companions. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-goal]]) 
 EPH	6	23	j395			0	Connecting Statement:	Paul closes his letter to the Ephesian believers with a blessing of peace and grace on all believers who love Christ.
-EPH	6	23	abc3	figs-metaphor	ἀδελφοῖς	1	brothers	Paul speaks of the other believers as if they were brother to all the other believers who were in God’s spiritual family, (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
+EPH	6	23	abc3	figs-metaphor	ἀδελφοῖς	1	brothers	Paul speaks of the other believers as if they were brother to all the other believers who were in God’s spiritual family (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])