Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
fathers—including mothers; the fathers are specified as being the fountains of domestic authority. Fathers are more prone to passion in relation to their children than mothers, whose fault is rather over-indulgence.
provoke not—irritate not, by vexatious commands, unreasonable blame, and uncertain temper [ALFORD]. Colossians 3:21, "lest they be discouraged."
nurture—Greek, "discipline," namely, training by chastening in act where needed (Job 5:17; Hebrews 12:7).
admonition—training by words (Deuteronomy 6:7; "catechise," Proverbs 22:6, Margin), whether of encouragement, or remonstrance, or reproof, according as is required [TRENCH]. Contrast I Samuel 3:13, Margin.
of the Lord—such as the Lord approves, and by His Spirit dictates.
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing Ephesians 6:4:
1 Corinthians 4:14
Ephesians 5:22
Ephesians 5:22
Ephesians 6:5
Colossians 3:21
2 Timothy 3:16
Hebrews 12:10
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