New International Version Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. New Living Translation Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. English Standard Version and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, Berean Standard Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Berean Literal Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, King James Bible And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: New King James Version And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; New American Standard Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. NASB 1995 And take THE HELMET OF SALVATION, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. NASB 1977 And take THE HELMET OF SALVATION, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Legacy Standard Bible also receive THE HELMET OF SALVATION, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, Amplified Bible And take THE HELMET OF SALVATION, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Berean Annotated Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit {Pneumatos}, which is the word {rhēma} of God {Theou}. Christian Standard Bible Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit —which is the word of God. Holman Christian Standard Bible Take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is God’s word. American Standard Version And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Contemporary English Version Let God's saving power be like a helmet, and for a sword use God's message that comes from the Spirit. English Revised Version And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: GOD'S WORD® Translation Also take salvation as your helmet and the word of God as the sword that the Spirit supplies. Good News Translation And accept salvation as a helmet, and the word of God as the sword which the Spirit gives you. International Standard Version also take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. NET Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. New Heart English Bible And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the spoken word of God; Webster's Bible Translation And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Weymouth New Testament and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. World English Bible And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand receive the helmet of the salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, Berean Literal Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, Young's Literal Translation and the helmet of the salvation receive, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the saying of God, Smith's Literal Translation And take ye the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd take unto you the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit (which is the word of God). Catholic Public Domain Version And take up the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit (which is the Word of God). New American Bible And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. New Revised Standard Version Take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd put on the helmet of salvation, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Aramaic Bible in Plain English Put on the helmet of salvation and grasp the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Godbey New Testament And receive the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Haweis New Testament And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Mace New Testament let salvation be your helmet, and the divine doctrine your spiritual sword. Weymouth New Testament and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God. Worrell New Testament And receive the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Worsley New Testament take also the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Armor of God…16In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. 18Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints.… Cross References And take the helmet of salvation Isaiah 59:17 He put on righteousness like a breastplate, and the helmet of salvation on His head; He put on garments of vengeance and wrapped Himself in a cloak of zeal. 1 Thessalonians 5:8 But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and the helmet of our hope of salvation. Psalm 140:7 O GOD the Lord, the strength of my salvation, You shield my head in the day of battle. and the sword of the Spirit, Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Revelation 1:16 He held in His right hand seven stars, and a sharp double-edged sword came from His mouth. His face was like the sun shining at its brightest. John 6:63 The Spirit gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life. which is the word of God. Revelation 19:13 He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and His name is The Word of God. 1 Thessalonians 2:13 And we continually thank God because, when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as it truly is, the word of God, which is also now at work in you who believe. Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ. 2 Corinthians 6:7 in truthful speech and in the power of God; with the weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left; 1 Peter 1:13 Therefore prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. John 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning. / Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made. Matthew 4:4 But Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work. Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Romans 13:12 The night is nearly over; the day has drawn near. So let us lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Treasury of Scripture And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: the helmet. 1 Samuel 17:5,58 And he had an helmet of brass upon his head, and he was armed with a coat of mail; and the weight of the coat was five thousand shekels of brass… Isaiah 59:17 For he put on righteousness as a breastplate, and an helmet of salvation upon his head; and he put on the garments of vengeance for clothing, and was clad with zeal as a cloke. 1 Thessalonians 5:8 But let us, who are of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for an helmet, the hope of salvation. the sword. Isaiah 49:2 And he hath made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of his hand hath he hid me, and made me a polished shaft; in his quiver hath he hid me; Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Revelation 1:16 And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength. which. Matthew 4:4,7,10,11 But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God… Hebrews 12:5,6 And ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children, My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him: … Hebrews 13:5,6 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee… Jump to Previous God's Head-Dress Helmet Receive Salvation Spirit Sword WordJump to Next God's Head-Dress Helmet Receive Salvation Spirit Sword WordEphesians 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. And take the helmet of salvation Roman soldiers depended on helmets to protect them from blows that could quickly end a battle. Salvation guards the believer’s mind with the settled assurance of belonging to Christ and possessing eternal life. It answers fear, doubt, and the enemy’s accusations by fixing the believer’s confidence on God’s saving work. Isa 59:17 He put on righteousness like a breastplate,… and the sword of the Spirit, Unlike the defensive pieces of armor, the sword is used to meet the enemy’s attacks directly. Roman soldiers carried short swords suited for close combat, requiring skill and readiness. The Holy Spirit equips believers to use God’s truth against temptation, deception, and falsehood. Heb 4:12 For the word of God is living and active.… which is the word of God. Scripture is God’s authoritative revelation, giving truth for discernment, correction, and endurance. Jesus answered Satan’s temptations with Scripture, showing that God’s Word is sufficient to expose lies and direct faithful obedience. Rev 19:13 He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood,… Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of the letter to the Ephesians, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological teachings. 2. Ephesus A major city in Asia Minor where the early church was established. It was known for its diverse culture and the Temple of Artemis. 3. The Armor of God A metaphorical description used by Paul in Ephesians 6 to illustrate the spiritual resources available to believers for spiritual warfare. Teaching Points The Helmet of Salvation^Protection of the Mind^: Just as a helmet protects a soldier's head, salvation guards our thoughts and beliefs. It assures us of our identity in Christ and our eternal security. Confidence in Salvation^: Understanding and embracing our salvation gives us confidence to face spiritual battles without fear. The Sword of the Spirit ^Active Engagement^: The word of God is not just for defense but also for offense. It allows us to actively engage in spiritual warfare by proclaiming truth and refuting lies. Daily Use^: Just as a soldier must be skilled with their weapon, Christians must be familiar with Scripture, using it daily for guidance, encouragement, and correction. The Word of God ^Living and Powerful^: The Bible is not a static text but a dynamic force that transforms lives. Engaging with it regularly equips us for every good work. Foundation of Truth^: In a world of shifting values, the word of God remains a steadfast foundation upon which we can build our lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ephesians 6:17?2. How does Ephesians 6:17 define the "helmet of salvation" in spiritual warfare? 3. What role does the "sword of the Spirit" play in a believer's life? 4. How can we daily "take the helmet of salvation" in our walk? 5. Connect Ephesians 6:17 with Hebrews 4:12 on the power of God's Word. 6. How can you apply the "sword of the Spirit" in daily challenges? 7. What does "the helmet of salvation" symbolize in Ephesians 6:17? 8. How does "the sword of the Spirit" relate to the Bible's authority in Ephesians 6:17? 9. Why is salvation compared to a helmet in Ephesians 6:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ephesians 6? (17) And take.--There is a break here. We are said not to put on, but to "take" (or rather, receive)--a word specially appropriate to "salvation." The helmet of salvation.--The word here (as in Luke 2:30; Luke 3:6; Acts 28:28) rendered "salvation," is not the word commonly so rendered in the New Testament. It is, indeed, not "salvation" in the abstract, but a general expression for "that which tends to salvation." But it occurs in the LXX. version of Isaiah 59:17, which seems obviously referred to, "He put" a helmet of salvation upon his head." In 1Thessalonians 5:8, where the breastplate is "of faith and love," the helmet supplies the third member of the triad of Christian graces in "the hope of salvation." Here the metaphor is probably somewhat different. The helmet guarding the head, the most noble and vital part, is "salvation" in the concrete--all that is of the Saviour, all that makes up our "state of salvation" by His atonement and grace--received in earnest now, hoped for in perfection hereafter. . . . Verse 17. - And take the helmet of salvation. This is the head-covering (comp. Psalm 140:7). In 1 Thessalonians 5:8 we read, "putting on for an helmet the hope of salvation." The glorious truth that we are saved (comp. Ephesians 2:5, 8) appropriated, rested on, rejoiced in, will protect even so vital a part as the head, will keep us from intellectual surrender and rationalistic doubt. And the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. The sword supplied by the Spirit, the Word being inspired by him, and employed by the Spirit; for he enlightens us to know it, applies it to us, and teaches us to use it both defensively and offensively. Our Lord in his conflict with Satan, and also with the scribes and Pharisees, has taught us how this weapon is to be used, and with what wonderful effect. Paul, too, reasoning from the Scriptures and proving from them "that this Jesus whom I preach unto you is the Christ," or (going back to the Old Testament) the author of the hundred and nineteenth psalm, showing us how the soul is to be fed, quickened, strengthened and comforted out of God's Law, indicates the manifold use of the sword, and shows how earnestly we should study and practice this sword exercise, for our own good and the good of others. Ephesians 6:17 calls believers to reach out and put on what God supplies: the protecting assurance of salvation and the Spirit-empowered Word. The helmet guards our thinking with unshakeable confidence in Christ’s rescue; the sword equips us to confront lies, temptations, and spiritual enemies. Daily, deliberate use of both keeps us standing firm and moving forward in the battle of faith.Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Andκαὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. take δέξασθε (dexasthe) Verb - Aorist Imperative Middle - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 1209: To take, receive, accept, welcome. Middle voice of a primary verb; to receive. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. helmet περικεφαλαίαν (perikephalaian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4030: A helmet. Feminine of a compound of peri and kephale; encirclement of the head, i.e. A helmet. of salvation σωτηρίου (sōtēriou) Adjective - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 4992: Saving, bringing salvation; subst: salvation. Neuter of the same as soteria as noun; defender or defence. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. sword μάχαιραν (machairan) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3162: A sword. Probably feminine of a presumed derivative of mache; a knife, i.e. Dirk; figuratively, war, judicial punishment. 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. Spirit, Πνεύματος (Pneumatos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit. which ὅ (ho) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. [the] word ῥῆμα (rhēma) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 4487: From rheo; an utterance, ; by implication, a matter or topic; with a negative naught whatever. of God. Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Additonal Resources Ephesians 6:17 Blue Letter BibleEphesians 6:17 Bible Gateway Ephesians 6:17 Bible.com Ephesians 6:17 NIV |
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