Ephesians 5:29

Ephesians 5:29 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

29After all, no one ever hated their own body, but they feed and care for their body, just as Christ does the church—

29for no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ also does the church,

29for no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ also does the church,

29For no one ever hated his own body, but [instead] he nourishes and protects and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church,

29Indeed, no one ever hated his own body, but he nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church.

29After all, no one ever hated their own body. Instead, they feed and care for their body. And this is what Christ does for the church.