Key Figures — Colossians 3

2 figures

1. Paul

   Apostle and author of the letter to the Colossians.

   Paul instructs the Colossians on living a life that reflects their new identity in Christ, emphasizing the importance of setting their minds on things above and putting to death earthly desires.

   Related passages

   • Acts Chapter 9 (Paul's conversion)
   • Philippians Chapter 3 (Paul's perspective on earthly and heavenly things)

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2. Christ

   The central figure of Christian faith and the one in whom believers' lives are hidden.

   Christ is presented as the source of the believer's new life, and Paul urges the Colossians to let the peace of Christ rule in their hearts and the word of Christ dwell richly among them.

   Related passages

   • Colossians Chapter 1 (Christ's preeminence)
   • Ephesians Chapter 2 (Believers' new life in Christ)

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