unfoldingWord_en_tn/col/01/16.md

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For by him all things were created

This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "For by him God created all things" or "God caused the Son to create all things" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)

all things were created by him and for him

This can be stated in active form. God caused the Son to create all things for the Son's glory. Alternate translation: "For by him and for him God created all things" or "God caused him to create all things for himself" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive)