1 Thessalonians 5:14 kjva — Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward a…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. "

— 1 Thessalonians 5:14, King James Version with Apocrypha

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1 Thessalonians 5 — Context

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Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.

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And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;

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And to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. And be at peace among yourselves.

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Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.

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See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.

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Rejoice evermore.

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Pray without ceasing.

1 Thessalonians 5:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 5:14 say?
1 Thessalonians 5:14 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. ”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 5:14 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 5:14 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 5, verse 14.
Who wrote 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 50–51.
What is the book of 1 Thessalonians about?
One of Paul's earliest letters — encouragement to a baby church doing well under persecution. He commends their faith, instructs them on sexual purity and brotherly love, and answers their questions about believers who have died before Christ's return.
What are the major themes of 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians explores themes including Hope of Christ's Return, Sanctification, Brotherly Love, Encouragement. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Thessalonians 5:14.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 5:14 in?
1 Thessalonians 5:14 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Thessalonians 5:14?
1 Thessalonians 5:14 reads (KJVA): “Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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