Ephesians 6:9

masters The Gr. is lit. "Lords." But English usage forbids that word here. See last note; and the parallel passage, Colossians 4:1.

do the samethings] Faithfully consult their true interests, be loyal to your responsibilities in regard of them. These are "the things" you look for from them towards yourselves.

forbearing threatening More lit., " giving up your threatening, -the too habitual threatening" " (Ellicott).

your Master also Better, in view of the true order of the Gr., their Master and yours.

respect of persons Cp. Acts 10:34; Romans 2:11; Colossians 3:25; James 2:1; James 2:9.