Ephesians 5:17
Therefore be not unwise, but intelligent concerning what is the will of the Lord.
Thomas Haweis 1795 New Testament
In The King James Version
Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
In Context
16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
18And be not drunk with wine, in which there is sottishness, but be filled with the Spirit;
Cross References
John 7:17If any man will do his will, he shall know respecting the doctrine, whether it is of God, or whether I speak from myself.
Ephesians 5:15Take heed, then, that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
Matthew Henry on Ephesians 5:4-21
Preservatives from Impurity; Cautions and Admonitions. ( a. d. 61.) 3 But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints; 4 Neither filthiness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not convenient: but rather giving of thanks. 5 For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. 6 Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things… Read the whole commentary →