Key Verse Spotlight
Ephesians 5:25 — Meaning and Application
King James Version
“Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;”
Ephesians 5:25
Verse in Context
Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:
For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body.
Therefore as the church is subject unto Christ, so {let} the wives {be} to their own husbands in every thing.
Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,
That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.
Other Translations
Basic English Bible
Husbands, have love for your wives, even as Christ had love for the church, and gave himself for it;
Get Personalized Biblical Guidance
Save your favorite verses, get AI-powered insights tailored to your life, and discover related scripture for your spiritual journey.
Create Free Account Explore TopicsRelated Verses
From This Chapter
Important Disclaimer: This biblical guidance is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing crisis symptoms, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or seek immediate professional help.
Bible Guided provides faith-based guidance and should complement, not replace, professional therapeutic support.