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Anonymous |
| Title |
The Bible, King James version, Book 51: Colossians
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger with the help of Derek Andrew's text from January 1992 and the work of Bryan Taylor in November 2002
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| Summary |
"The Bible, King James version, Book 51: Colossians" by Anonymous is a religious epistle written during the first century AD. This brief book is a part of the New Testament and serves as a theological letter addressed to the Christian community in Colossae. Its central topic revolves around the supremacy of Christ and the ethical teachings that guide a Christian life. In this letter, the Apostle Paul expresses gratitude for the faith and love of the Colossians, urging them to remain steadfast in their beliefs and to seek spiritual wisdom. He addresses the significance of Christ as the head of the church and emphasizes that true fullness and redemption come through Him. Paul encourages the believers to lead a life reflecting their faith by shedding sinful practices and adopting virtues such as compassion, kindness, and humility. The epistle also provides guidance on various interpersonal relationships, including those between husbands and wives, parents and children, and masters and servants, promoting peace and love within the community. Throughout, Paul emphasizes the importance of unity in the body of Christ and the need for continual prayer and thanksgiving. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Colossians
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8051 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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