• Ephesians 6:18
    The Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures

    • 18 διὰ through πάσης all προσευχῆς prayer καὶ and δεήσεως, of supplication, προσευχόμενοι praying ἐν in παντὶ every καιρῷ appointed time ἐν in πνεύματι, spirit, καὶ and εἰς into αὐτὸ it ἀγρυπνοῦντες abstaining from sleep ἐν in πάσῃ all προσκαρτερήσει perseverance καὶ and δεήσει to supplication περὶ about πάντων all τῶν the ἁγίων, holy (ones),

  • Ephesians Study Notes—Chapter 6
    New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (Study Edition)

    • 6:18

      every form of prayer: Paul adds an essential element to “the complete suit of armor” that he has been discussing. (Eph 6:11, 14-17) The Greek word for “prayer” is a general term for any worshipful address to God, and the expression rendered “every form of” suggests different forms of prayers, such as prayers of thanksgiving, of praise, or of repentance. Supplication is an intense, earnest request or plea addressed to God. (See study note on Ac 4:31.) The various forms of prayer and supplication may be employed according to need and circumstance.

      on every occasion: Some occasions for prayer might be public; others are private and personal. They might include regular occasions, such as at mealtimes, and occasions when the need arises for spontaneous prayer. Such regular prayer strengthens the bond between Jehovah and his worshippers.