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12 For our[a] struggle is not against human opponents,[b] but against rulers, authorities, cosmic powers in the darkness around us,[c] and evil spiritual forces in the heavenly realm. 13 For this reason, take up the whole armor of God so that you may be able to take a stand whenever evil comes. And when you have done everything you could, you will be able to stand firm.

14 Stand firm, therefore, having fastened the belt of truth around your waist, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,

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  1. Ephesians 6:12 Other mss. read your
  2. Ephesians 6:12 Lit. against flesh and blood
  3. Ephesians 6:12 Lit. powers of this darkness

12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,(A) but against the rulers, against the authorities,(B) against the powers(C) of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.(D) 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God,(E) so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist,(F) with the breastplate of righteousness in place,(G)

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