Now that is interesting...."according to the elemental spirits of the world". Something I had not noted before in this scripture. Warrents closer look...what's you take on these elemental spirits. Am off to find out....
Probably connected to Ephesians 6:10-20
10Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. 13Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 14Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. 16In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; 17and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, 18praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, 19and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.
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Take your time. I’m on the east coast. Let me know what you find out and I’ll check back in, er.... later this morning.....
I believe they'd be the "spirits" of water, earth, air and fire -- hallmarks of animism. A Muslim once told me that the Arabs were animists before Mohammed.