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The Armor of God in the Bible

The Armor of God in the Bible

The concept of the Armor of God appears in the New Testament, specifically in Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Found in Ephesians 6:10–17, it is presented as a metaphor that draws upon the imagery of a Roman soldier’s gear to illustrate the spiritual resources available to believers. Written around AD 60 while Paul was imprisoned—likely in Rome—the letter to the Ephesians addresses the unity, identity, and perseverance of the early Christian community in the midst of spiritual and societal challenges.

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The Acts of Paul and Thecla

The Acts of Paul and Thecla is an early Christian text that offers a unique glimpse into the devotional life and courage of one of Christianity’s earliest female followers. Though not part of the canonical New Testament, it was widely read in the early centuries of the Church and

The Genealogy of Noah

The Genealogy of Noah

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