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Col 2:6. Τὸν Κυρίον, the Lord) The article shows that they had received Christ as the Lord.-ἐν αὐτῷ περιπατεῖτε, walk ye in Him) This is the scope of the epistle. We give the following summary:-
I. The Inscription, Col 1:1-2.
II. The Doctrine, by which the apostle pathetically explains the mystery of Christ, in the way of thanksgiving for the Colossians, ver. 3 seq., and prayer for the same, Col 1:9-10; Col 1:12-13; Col 1:15-16; Col 1:21-22 :
Along with a declaration of his affection for them, Col 1:24-25; Col 2:1-2.
III. The Exhortation.
1) General, by which he stirs them up to perseverance in Christ, Col 2:6-7 :
And admonishes them not to be deceived, Col 2:8.
Here again he describes the mystery of Christ, in order, Col 2:9-10 :
And in the same order derives his admonitions from Christ, the Head, Col 2:16 :
And from His death, Col 2:20, et seqq.:
And from His exaltation, Col 3:1-4.
2) Special.
1. That vices should be avoided, Col 3:5-9 :
And virtues practised, Col 3:10-11 :
Especially love, Col 3:12-13 :
And the study of the word of Christ, Col 3:16-17.
2. That they should do their duty.
1. Wives and husbands, Col 3:18-19.
2. Children and parents, Col 3:20-21.
3. Servants and masters, Col 3:22-23; Col 4:1.
3) Final, To prayer, Col 4:2-3.
To spiritual wisdom, Col 4:5-6.
IV. Conclusion, Col 4:7-8; Col 4:10-11; Col 4:15-16; Col 4:18.