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Ephesians 2

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^{Ephesians 2:1 [1]} Augustus, Rome's first and possibly greatest emperor was born Gaius Octavius in 63 B.C. He was the great-nephew, adopted son and heir of the dictator, Julius Caesar. Under Augustus' intelligent leadership (27 B.C.-A.D. 14) Rome entered the period of peace and prosperity known as the Pax Romana.

^{Ephesians 2:1 [2]} This was the first general census conducted outside Rome that included the people of the Roman provinces.

^{Ephesians 2:5 [3]} See note 1:27.

^{Ephesians 2:7 [4]} This was customary among the Jews, and quite comfortable and protective for the baby. Wrapping the baby in strips of cloth was intended to strengthen the back and bones for good growth.

^{Ephesians 2:7 [5]} I.e. feeding trough for animals.

^{Ephesians 2:10 [6]} I.e. Gentiles as well as Jews.

^{Ephesians 2:25 [7]} A Messianic title.

^{Ephesians 2:27 [8]} I.e. offer the turtledoves as a sacrifice.

^{Ephesians 2:34 [9]} The rejecting of the Messiah, culminating in the crucifixion.

^{Ephesians 2:43 [10]} Nazareth of Galilee was about 65 miles north of Jerusalem.

^{Ephesians 2:48 [11]} Joseph was recognized as the legal father of Jesus.

^{Ephesians 2:49 [12]} Or occupied with My Father's business.

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