The Book of Colossians

New Testament • 4 Chapters • 95 Verses

Quick Facts

Testament
New Testament
Chapters
4
Verses
95
Author
Paul

Book Summary

Colossians proclaims the supremacy of Christ over all creation and warns against false teachings.

Main Themes

Supremacy of Christ

Christ is before all things and holds all things together.

Key Verses in Colossians

"Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,"
Colossians 1:1
"and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross."
Colossians 1:20
"and you have been given fullness in Christ, who is the head over every power and authority."
Colossians 2:10
"Because of these, the wrath of God is coming."
Colossians 3:6
"Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism."
Colossians 3:25

Chapters in Colossians

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote the book of Colossians?

Colossians is traditionally attributed to Paul. As with much of Scripture, the attribution comes from long-standing tradition rather than a signature in the text itself.

How many chapters are in Colossians?

Colossians has 4 chapters and 95 verses. Every chapter is linked on this page and available in six translations.

What is the book of Colossians about?

Colossians proclaims the supremacy of Christ over all creation and warns against false teachings.

What are the main themes of Colossians?

The recurring themes in Colossians are Supremacy of Christ. Each is explained in the themes section above with the passages where it surfaces.

Is Colossians in the Old or New Testament?

Colossians is in the New Testament, and runs to 4 chapters. You can read it here chapter by chapter, or compare any verse across six translations.

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