KJV ORIGINAL
Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This mystery was kept under wraps for generations — nobody knew about it until now, when God's Spirit finally revealed it to his apostles and prophets.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Some of God's best plans were worth the wait to be revealed at just the right time.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The letter to the Ephesians was written by the apostle Paul to the Christian community in Ephesus and nearby regions around 60-62 CE. It was written to encourage believers, explain the mystery of God's plan for the church, and promote unity and ethical conduct among its diverse members.
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