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Ephesians 4:3
being eager to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
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Interpretation

Ephesians 4:3 shows a unity spirit that is lived within solitude and community—see "being" and "eager". Give unity spirit in generosity without notice—teach the body new reflexes. Spirit & New Life connects here: The gift of God’s Spirit renews hearts and empowers witness (Ezek 36; John 3; Acts 1–2).

Context

The setting is Ephesians—epistle/letter, highlighting unity spirit. Within ch. 4, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward spirit & new life. Watch the terms “being” and “eager”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Ephesians to Paul. Academic consensus for Ephesians tends toward: Deutero‑Pauline (disputed).. Scholars commonly date Ephesians AD 80–90. Spirit & New Life is especially relevant in this line.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Deutero‑Pauline (disputed).
Date:AD 80–90
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not alter the main meaning.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46