New Testament
Colossians
The Book of Colossians is part of the New Testament of the Douay-Rheims Bible, containing 4 chapters and 475 verses. Read every chapter below, verse by verse.
Author & Date
The Apostle Paul, writing from prison. Around AD 60–62.
Historical Context
Paul counters an early syncretistic error blending Christian faith with mysticism and legalism by insisting on the absolute supremacy of Christ.
Key Themes
The supremacy and sufficiency of Christ, and the new life of holiness that flows from union with him.