16But as wise: redeeming the time, because the days are evil.


In Context

13 But all things that are reproved, are made manifest by the light; for all that is made manifest is light.

14 Wherefore he saith: Rise thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead: and Christ shall enlighten thee.

15 See therefore, brethren, how you walk circumspectly: not as unwise,

16 But as wise: redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

17 Wherefore become not unwise, but understanding what is the will of God.

18 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is luxury; but be ye filled with the holy Spirit,

Ephesians 5:16 in Other Translations

The King James Version of the Holy Bible

5:16Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The New International Version of the Holy Bible

5:16making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.

The American Standard Version of the Holy Bible

5:16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The American King James Version of the Holy Bible

5:16Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The Darby Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

5:16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The English Revised Version of the Holy Bible

5:16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The Webster Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

5:16Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The World English Bible Translation of the Holy Bible

5:16redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

The Young's Literal Translation of the Holy Bible

5:16redeeming the time, because the days are evil;