Ephesians 5:17

Children of Light

16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.17Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.18Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.

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Berean Standard Bible
Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.
American Standard Version (1901)
Wherefore be ye not foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
Bible in Basic English
For this reason, then, do not be foolish, but be conscious of the Lord's pleasure.
Douay-Rheims 1899
Wherefore become not unwise, but understanding what is the will of God.
Free Bible Version
So don't be ignorant—find out what the Lord's will is.
Geneva Bible 1599
Wherefore, be ye not vnwise, but vnderstand what the will of the Lord is.
King James (Authorized) Version
Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
Plain English Version
Don’t be fools. But instead, understand what God wants.
Translation for Translators
So do not be foolish. Instead, understand what the Lord Jesus wants you to do, and do it!
Unlocked Literal Bible
Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
Noah Webster Bible
Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is .
World English Bible
Therefore, don’t be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
Young's Literal Translation
because of this become not fools, but — understanding what [is] the will of the Lord,