Ephesians 6:16
Ephesians · New Testament · Chapter 6
“Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.”Ephesians 6:16
What Does Ephesians 6:16 Mean?
Ephesians 6:16 is found in the book of Ephesians, chapter 6, verse 16 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 16 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Spiritual Warfare, Courage, and Faith.
Cross-References (16)
These passages are connected to Ephesians 6:16 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
1 Peter 5:8“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:”1 John 5:4“For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.”Ephesians 4:27“Neither give place to the devil.”Proverbs 18:10“The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.”Psalms 56:3“What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.”Genesis 15:1“After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.”Psalms 56:10“In God will I praise his word: in the LORD will I praise his word.”2 Corinthians 4:16“For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.”Hebrews 11:24“By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter;”1 Peter 5:9“Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.”2 Corinthians 1:24“Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.”1 Thessalonians 5:19“Quench not the Spirit.”Hebrews 6:17“Wherein God, willing more abundantly to shew unto the heirs of promise the immutability of his counsel, confirmed it by an oath:”2 Samuel 22:36“Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy gentleness hath made me great.”Song of Solomon 3:8“They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.”Psalms 120:4“Sharp arrows of the mighty, with coals of juniper.”
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