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Berean Standard Bible

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

Ephesians 5:17

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Study note

Ephesians 5 urges believers to be careful how they walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time because the days are evil. Then comes a short command built on that call.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

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

World English Bible (WEB)

Therefore don’t be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.

King James Version (KJV)

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

American Standard Version (ASV)

Wherefore be ye not foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

For this reason, then, do not be foolish, but be conscious of the Lord's pleasure.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

because of this become not fools, but -- understanding what is the will of the Lord,

Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Por tanto, no seáis imprudentes, sino entendidos de cuál sea la voluntad del Señor.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

no sean tontos, sino traten de entender cuál es la voluntad de Dios.

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