1 Thessalonians 5:17 bbe — Keep on with your prayers.

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"Keep on with your prayers."

— 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Bible in Basic English

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1 Thessalonians 5:17 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Pray without ceasing.”
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ASV
“pray without ceasing; ”
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WEB
“Pray without ceasing.”
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NET
“constantly pray,”
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DRB
“Pray without ceasing.”
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KJVA
“Pray without ceasing.”
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1 Thessalonians 5 — Context

And our desire is that you will keep control over those whose lives are not well ordered, giving comfort to the feeble-hearted, supporting those with little strength, and putting up with much from all.

Let no one give evil for evil; but ever go after what is good, for one another and for all.

Have joy at all times.

Keep on with your prayers.

In everything give praise: for this is the purpose of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Do not put out the light of the Spirit;

Do not make little of the words of the prophets;

1 Thessalonians 5:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 5:17 say?

1 Thessalonians 5:17 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Keep on with your prayers.”

Where is 1 Thessalonians 5:17 in the Bible?

1 Thessalonians 5:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 5, verse 17.

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 5:17.

What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 5:17 in?

1 Thessalonians 5:17 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 5:17?

1 Thessalonians 5:17 reads (BBE): “Keep on with your prayers.” 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.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 bbe — Keep on with your prayers.

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