Full Eph 6:15, Isa 52:7, Nah 1:15. The Roman caligae (hobnailed sandals, Vegetius + Josephus PD on the Roman footwear). OT echo: Isa 52:7 — "how beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings." The herald-runner imagery: peace is the news the soldier carries, not just the disposition the soldier holds. Featured commentary: Gurnall (PD).
Feet Shod with the Gospel of Peace
Eph 6:15 + Isa 52:7 + Nah 1:15 — the *caligae* and the herald-runner.
Primary passage:Ephesians 6:15 →
Commentary
Featured voice
John Calvin
Commentaries
1. Children, obey. Why does the apostle use the word obey instead of honor, which has a greater extent of meaning? It is because Obedience is the evidence of that honor which children owe to their parents, and is therefore more earnestly enforced. It is likewise more difficult; for the…
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