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You also once walked in those, when you lived in these things;
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A Reminder of Radical Change
Commentators emphasize that this verse reminds believers of their former life before Christ. Paul isn't shaming them but highlighting the radical transformation that has occurred. This past life, characterized by sins that were common in the pagan world, is now over. This contrast between 'then' and 'now' serves as a powerful motivation to live differently, celebrating the new life found in Christ.
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Colossians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
In the which. In all which evil passions.
Ye also walked some time. You formerly lived. These were the common vices of the…
Walked aforetime (περιεπατησατε ποτε). First aorist (constative) indicative referring to their previous pagan state.
19th Century
Anglican
In which you also walked some time, when you lived (were living) in them.—The former c…
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Baptist
For which things' sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience: in the which ye also walked some time, when ye lived in them.…
Paul now mentions two factors that point out how improper it is for the sins listed in v.5 to exist in the lives of the Colossian believers. (1) Th…
16th Century
Protestant
In which you walked. Erasmus mistakenly refers this to men, rendering it, “inter quos,” (“among whom,”) for there can be…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
In the which you also walked some time Either in or among the children of disobedience, (Colossians 3:6)…
It is our duty to mortify our members that incline to the things of the world. Mortify them, kill them, suppress them, as weeds or vermin that spre…
13th Century
Catholic
Previously, the Apostle warned the faithful about those who wished to deceive them; here he teaches them to avoid evil habits. First, he gives his …