Colossians 1:17

Updated: June 3, 2025
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He is before all things, and in him all things are held together.
World English Bible (WEB)
And{G2532} he{G846} is{G2076}{(G5748)} before{G4253} all things{G3956}, and{G2532} by{G1722} him{G846} all things{G3956} consist{G4921}{(G5758)}.
KJV with Strongs
(17) He's before everything and in Him all things stand commended.
The F.O.G
[17] He existed before everything else began, and He holds all creation together in perfect harmony.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
and himself is before all, and the all things in him have consisted.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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