◄ Ephesians 6:15 ►
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New International Version
and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.

New Living Translation
For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.

English Standard Version
and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.

Berean Standard Bible
and with your feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace.

Berean Literal Bible
and having shod the feet with the readiness of the gospel of peace;

King James Bible
And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

New King James Version
and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

New American Standard Bible
and having strapped on your feet the preparation of the gospel of peace;

NASB 1995
and having shod YOUR FEET WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE;

NASB 1977
and having shod YOUR FEET WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE;

Legacy Standard Bible
and having shod YOUR FEET WITH THE PREPARATION OF THE GOSPEL OF PEACE.

Amplified Bible
and having strapped on YOUR FEET THE GOSPEL OF PEACE IN PREPARATION [to face the enemy with firm-footed stability and the readiness produced by the good news].

Christian Standard Bible
and your feet sandaled with readiness for the gospel of peace.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and your feet sandaled with readiness for the gospel of peace.

American Standard Version
and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Contemporary English Version
Your desire to tell the good news about peace should be like shoes on your feet.

English Revised Version
and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Put on your shoes so that you are ready to spread the Good News that gives peace.

Good News Translation
and as your shoes the readiness to announce the Good News of peace.

International Standard Version
and being firm-footed in the gospel of peace.

Majority Standard Bible
and with your feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace.

NET Bible
by fitting your feet with the preparation that comes from the good news of peace,

New Heart English Bible
and having fitted your feet with the preparation of the Good News of peace;

Webster's Bible Translation
And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Weymouth New Testament
as well as the shoes of the Good News of peace-- a firm foundation for your feet.

World English Bible
and having fitted your feet with the preparation of the Good News of peace,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and having the feet shod in the preparation of the good news of peace;

Berean Literal Bible
and having shod the feet with the readiness of the gospel of peace;

Young's Literal Translation
and having the feet shod in the preparation of the good-news of the peace;

Smith's Literal Translation
And fastened under the feet in preparation of the good news of peace;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace:

Catholic Public Domain Version
and having feet which have been shod by the preparation of the Gospel of peace.

New American Bible
and your feet shod in readiness for the gospel of peace.

New Revised Standard Version
As shoes for your feet put on whatever will make you ready to proclaim the gospel of peace.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And have your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And shoe your feet with the readiness of The Gospel of peace,
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and having your feet shod with that preparation for defense supplied by the gospel of peace;

Godbey New Testament
and being shod as to your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Haweis New Testament
and underneath your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

Mace New Testament
wing your feet with the gospel of peace:

Weymouth New Testament
as well as the shoes of the Good News of peace-- a firm foundation for your feet.

Worrell New Testament
and having shod your feet with the preparation of the Gospel of peace;

Worsley New Testament
and having your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace:

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Context
The Armor of God
…14Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness arrayed, 15and with your feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace. 16In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.…
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Cross References
Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”

Romans 10:15
And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”

Colossians 4:6
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.

2 Corinthians 5:18-20
All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: / that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting men’s trespasses against them. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation. / Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God.

Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,

1 Peter 3:15
But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,

Luke 1:79
to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.”

Acts 10:36
He has sent this message to the people of Israel, proclaiming the gospel of peace through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.

2 Thessalonians 3:16
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.

Psalm 29:11
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.

Isaiah 9:6
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Proverbs 3:17
All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.


Treasury of Scripture

And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

your.

Deuteronomy 33:25
Thy shoes shall be iron and brass; and as thy days, so shall thy strength be.

Song of Solomon 7:1
How beautiful are thy feet with shoes, O prince's daughter! the joints of thy thighs are like jewels, the work of the hands of a cunning workman.

Habakkuk 3:19
The LORD God is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds' feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places. To the chief singer on my stringed instruments.

the gospel.

Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth!

Romans 10:15
And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!

2 Corinthians 5:18-21
And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation; …

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Ephesians 6
1. The duty of children toward their parents;
5. of servants toward their masters.
10. Our life is a warfare, not only against flesh and blood, but also spiritual enemies.
13. The complete armor of a Christian;
18. and how it ought to be used.
21. Tychicus is commended.














Berean Study Bible
and with your feet
The imagery of feet in this passage is significant, as it draws from the context of a Roman soldier's armor. The Greek word for "feet" here is "ποδῶν" (podōn), which emphasizes the foundation and mobility of a soldier. In a spiritual sense, our feet represent our walk and conduct in life. Just as a soldier's feet must be protected and ready for movement, Christians are called to be prepared and grounded in their faith journey.

fitted with
The phrase "fitted with" comes from the Greek word "ὑποδεδεμένους" (hupodedemenous), which means to bind under or to put on. This suggests a deliberate and secure preparation, much like a soldier lacing up his boots tightly to ensure stability and readiness. For believers, this implies an intentional and firm commitment to the principles of the gospel, ensuring that we are always prepared to stand firm in our faith.

the readiness
The term "readiness" is translated from the Greek word "ἑτοιμασία" (hetoimasia), which conveys the idea of preparedness and promptness. This readiness is not passive but active, indicating a state of being prepared to act or respond. In the Christian life, this readiness involves being equipped and willing to share the gospel and live out its truths at any moment, reflecting a heart that is always prepared to serve God and others.

of the gospel
The "gospel" here is the Greek word "εὐαγγελίου" (euangeliou), meaning "good news." This is the core message of Christianity, the good news of Jesus Christ's death and resurrection for the salvation of humanity. The gospel is not just a message to be believed but a transformative power that equips believers to live in peace and purpose. It is the foundation upon which our readiness and peace are built.

of peace
The word "peace" is translated from the Greek "εἰρήνης" (eirēnēs), which signifies more than just the absence of conflict. It encompasses a sense of wholeness, harmony, and well-being. In the context of Ephesians, this peace is both internal and external, reflecting the reconciliation between God and humanity through Christ. It is this peace that guards our hearts and minds, enabling us to stand firm in the spiritual battles we face.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers
(15) Shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace.--This passage is one which even to the Greek interpreters (see Chrysostom) was obscure. What is "the preparation of the gospel of peace"? (1) It has seemed to many natural to illustrate this phrase by the celebrated passage (Isaiah 52:7; Romans 10:15), "How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace"; and to interpret, "shod in (or, for) preparing the way of the gospel of peace." But this is inappropriate to the whole context; for each piece of armour is a quality, and not a function. (2) Again, the word rendered "preparation," is found nowhere else in the New Testament; in the LXX. we find it used in its most obvious sense of "preparedness" or "readiness" (as in Psalm 10:17, "preparedness of heart," and Nehemiah 2:3); but this sense will not suit the passage, for "readiness of the gospel of peace" is hardly intelligible, and certainly is not a quality of the soul. (3) We come therefore, at last, to a derivative and improper sense, which, however, is most frequently used in the LXX., viz., "foundation" or "base," as in Daniel 11:7; Ezra 2:6; Ezra 3:3; Zechariah 5:10; Psalm 88:14. The context certainly suggests that we should explain the word here by this last Hellenistic use, as signifying simply the "footing" or "basis." The calig?, or sandals, of the Roman soldiers were heavy sandals studded with hobnails, to give a secure foothold to those who would stand firm. St. Paul identifies these with the firm "footing of the gospel of peace." Clearly the word "peace" is here emphatic. The gospel is looked upon as the declaration of "peace on earth, goodwill towards men." The firm stand on this message is the firm assurance of God's love. In this, and this alone, we stand. No doubt, this is in some sense faith, but faith of a wholly different character from the defensive faith of the next verse. . . .
Pulpit Commentary
Verse 15. - And having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace. The metaphor becomes somewhat difficult to follow; the feet have to be shod or armed as with military sandals, and the sandal is the ἑτοιμασία, or preparedness of, or caused by, the gospel of peace. The idea seems to be that the mind is to be steadied, kept from fear and flutter, by means of the good news of peace - the good news that we are at peace with God; and "if God be for us, who can be against us?" The Roman sandal was furnished with nails that gripped the ground firmly, even when it was sloping or slippery; so the good news of peace keeps us upright and firm.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

[with your]
τοὺς (tous)
Article - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

feet
πόδας (podas)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4228: The foot. A primary word; a 'foot'.

fitted
ὑποδησάμενοι (hypodēsamenoi)
Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5265: From hupo and deo; to bind under one's feet, i.e. Put on shoes or sandals.

with
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

[the] readiness
ἑτοιμασίᾳ (hetoimasia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2091: Foundation, firm footing; preparation, readiness. From hetoimazo; preparation.

of the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

gospel
εὐαγγελίου (euangeliou)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 2098: From the same as euaggelizo; a good message, i.e. The gospel.

of peace.
εἰρήνης (eirēnēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1515: Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity.


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