Ephesians 5:17

Translations

Modern

Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.

Traditional

Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.

Literal

Because of this, do not be foolish, but understand what is the will of the Lord.

Latin

Propterea nolite fieri imprudentes, sed intelligentes quæ sit voluntas Dei.

Original

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English

Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.

Notes

Ephesians 4:17–5:20

Paul gives believers specific guidelines for living a new life in Christ.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) The Old Life and the New Life The Old Realm and the New

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Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.
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For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,
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Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise,
1 Peter 4:2
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1 Thessalonians 4:1–3
Finally, brothers, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus to live in a way that is pleasing to God, just as you have received from us. This is how you already live, so you should do so all the more.
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If anyone desires to do His will, he will know whether My teaching is from God or whether I speak on My own.
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The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!
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And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’”
1 Kings 3:9–12
Therefore give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?”

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