1 Thessalonians 5:22
Abstain from every form of evil.
Majority Standard Bible
In The King James Version
Abstain from all appearance of evil.
In Context
21but test all things. Hold fast to what is good.
Cross References
Ruth 3:4When he lies down, note the place where he lies. Then go in and uncover his feet, and lie down, and he will explain to you what you should do.”
Isaiah 33:15He who walks righteously and speaks with sincerity, who refuses gain from extortion, whose hand never takes a bribe, who stops his ears against murderous plots and shuts his eyes tightly against evil—
Romans 12:17Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Carefully consider what is right in the eyes of everybody.
1 Corinthians 10:31So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.
2 Corinthians 8:20We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift.
1 Thessalonians 4:12Then you will behave properly toward outsiders, without being dependent on anyone.
Matthew Henry on 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23
Various Short Exhortations. ( a. d. 51.) 16 Rejoice evermore. 17 Pray without ceasing. 18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 19 Quench not the Spirit. 20 Despise not prophesyings. 21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. 22 Abstain from all appearance of evil. Here we have divers short exhortations, that will not burden our memories, but will be of great use to direct the motions of our hearts and lives; for the duties are of great importance, and we… Read the whole commentary →