Ephesians 5:22

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

A wife should put her husband first, as she does the Lord.

Cross References

Genesis 3:16

Then the LORD said to the woman, “You will suffer terribly when you give birth. But you will still desire your husband, and he will rule over you.”

Esther 1:20

When the women in your great kingdom hear about this new law, they will respect their husbands, no matter if they are rich or poor.

Esther 1:22

and he sent letters to all his provinces. Each letter was written in the language of the province to which it was sent, and it said that husbands should have complete control over their wives and children.

1 Corinthians 14:34

the women must not be allowed to speak. They must keep quiet and listen, as the Law of Moses teaches.

Ephesians 5:22

A wife should put her husband first, as she does the Lord.

Ephesians 6:5

Slaves, you must obey your earthly masters. Show them great respect and be as loyal to them as you are to Christ.

Colossians 3:1

You have been raised to life with Christ. Now set your heart on what is in heaven, where Christ rules at God's right side.

Colossians 3:18

A wife must put her husband first. This is her duty as a follower of the Lord.

Titus 2:5

Each of the younger women must be sensible and kind, as well as a good homemaker, who puts her own husband first. Then no one can say insulting things about God's message.