Verse 6
6. (Ephesians 1:7; Ephesians 1:17; Ephesians 1:18). The end aimed at (Psalms 50:23), that is, that the glory of His grace may be praised by all His creatures, men and angels.
wherein—Some of the oldest manuscripts read, "which." Then translate, "which He graciously bestowed on us." But English Version is supported by good manuscripts and the oldest versions.
us accepted—a kindred Greek word to "grace": charitos, echaritosen: translate, "graciously accepted"; "made us subjects of His grace"; "embraced us in the arms of His grace" (Romans 3:24; Romans 5:15).
in the beloved—pre-eminently so called (Matthew 3:17; Matthew 17:5; John 3:35; Colossians 1:13). Greek, "Son of His love." It is only "IN HIS BELOVED" that He loves us (Ephesians 1:3; 1 John 4:9; 1 John 4:10).
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