Colossians 2:17

Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Colossians 2:17

BSB
These are a shadow of the things to come, but the body that casts it belongs to Christ.
AKJV
Which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is of Christ.
CPDV
For these are a shadow of the future, but the body is of Christ.
ERV
which are a shadow of the things to come; but the body is Christ's.
NHEB
which are a shadow of the things to come; but the body is Christ's.
SMT
Which are a shadow of things about to be; and the body of Christ.

Commentary for Colossians 2:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Colossians 2:17
Summary
Old practices foreshadowed Christ's reality
Event
Paul explains prophetic fulfillment
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching