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# take the helmet of salvation
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Salvation given by God protects the believer's mind just as a helmet protects the head of a soldier. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
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# the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God
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The word of God, inspired by the Holy Spirit, is to be used to fight against and defend the believer from the devil just as a soldier uses his sword to fight and defend against enemy attacks. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
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# With every prayer and request, pray at all times in the Spirit
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"Pray at all times in the Spirit as you pray and make specific requests"
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# To this end
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"For this reason" or "Keeping this in mind." This refers to the attitude of taking God's armor.
# be watching with all perseverance, as you offer prayers for all God's holy people
"persevere in being alert, and pray for all God's holy people" or "pray with constant alertness for all the believers"