Ephesians 6:12

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

فَكِفاحُنا لَيسَ ضِدَّ بَشَرٍ، بَلْ ضِدَّ الحُكّامِ وَالسُّلُطاتِ وَالقُوَى الكَونِيَّةِ فِي ظُلْمَةِ هَذا العالَمِ، وَضِدَّ القُوّاتِ الرُّوحِيَّةِ الشَّرِّيرَةِ فِي العالَمِ السَّماوِيِّ.

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse tells us that our battles are not against regular people but against evil spiritual forces. Paul is speaking, reminding believers of the true nature of their struggle and encouraging them to face it with strength.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine you're playing a game where you can't see your opponents clearly; they might seem like invisible villains. That's what this verse means: our battles are against unseen bad guys, not just people who look scary.

السياق التاريخي

Ephesians was written by the Apostle Paul around 60 AD to Christians in Ephesus and possibly other regions. The letter addresses the challenges of living a Christian life amidst pagan influences and emphasizes spiritual warfare.

التطبيق اليوم

In today's world, facing online bullying or negative peer pressure can feel like battling against unseen forces. Remember that our real fight is not just with those who bully but also with the underlying evil motives behind their actions.

المواضيع

• spiritual warfare
• evil forces
• faith
• perseverance
• hope
• strength

آيات ذات صلة

• Ephesians 6:10-18
• Colossians 2:15
• Romans 8:38-39
• Daniel 10:12-13
• Job 1:6-7

أسئلة شائعة

Who wrote this verse, and why is it important?

The Apostle Paul wrote Ephesians 6:12. It's crucial because it helps Christians understand that their primary battle is against unseen spiritual forces, not just human adversaries.

What does 'spiritual wickedness in high places' mean?

This phrase refers to powerful evil spirits or demons who operate from a place of influence over the world. It emphasizes that our battles involve unseen and formidable enemies.

How can one prepare for spiritual warfare as mentioned here?

The Bible advises equipping oneself with faith, truth, righteousness, and spiritual weapons like prayer (Ephesians 6:10-18), to be ready against the schemes of the devil.

What is the significance of 'principalities' and 'powers' in this context?

'Principalities' and 'powers' refer to demonic forces or rulers that operate behind the scenes, causing chaos and opposing God's will. Understanding their existence helps believers stay vigilant.