Colossians 4:1
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Colossians 4:1 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Colossians 4:1 is a verse from the book of Colossians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Colossians 4:1 — KJV
“Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.”
— Colossians 4:1 (KJV)
Colossians 4:1 in Context — About the Book of Colossians
Colossians answers every spiritual add-on with one word: Christ. He is the image of the invisible God, creator and sustainer of all things, in whom all fullness dwells — and you have been given fullness in Him. Set your mind above; let His peace rule; do everything in His name.
Cross-References for Colossians 4:1
“And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him. forbearing: or, moderating your...: some read, both your and their Master”
Shares key themes with Colossians 4:1: masters, knowing, also
“Then hear thou in heaven, and do, and judge thy servants, condemning the wicked, to bring his way upon his head; and justifying the righteous, to give him according to his righteousness.”
Shares key themes with Colossians 4:1: give, servants, just
“Servants, be subject to your masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward.”
Shares key themes with Colossians 4:1: masters, servants, also
“And let it come to pass, that the damsel to whom I shall say, Let down thy pitcher, I pray thee, that I may drink; and she shall say, Drink, and I will give thy camels drink also: let the same be she that thou hast appointed for thy servant Isaac; and thereby shall I know that thou hast shewed kindness unto my master.”
Shares key themes with Colossians 4:1: give, also, master
“And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.”
Shares key themes with Colossians 4:1: give, servants, master
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