Galatians 5:19 cpdv — Now the works of the flesh are manifest; they are: fornication, lust, homosexuality, self-indulgence,

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Now the works of the flesh are manifest; they are: fornication, lust, homosexuality, self-indulgence, "

— Galatians 5:19, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Galatians 5 — Context

16

So then, I say: Walk in the spirit, and you will not fulfill the desires of the flesh.

17

For the flesh desires against the spirit, and the spirit against the flesh. And since these are against one another, you may not do whatever you want.

18

But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law.

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Now the works of the flesh are manifest; they are: fornication, lust, homosexuality, self-indulgence,

20

the serving of idols, drug use, hostility, contentiousness, jealousy, wrath, quarrels, dissensions, divisions,

21

envy, murder, inebriation, carousing, and similar things. About these things, I continue to preach to you, as I have preached to you: that those who act in this way shall not obtain the kingdom of God.

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But the fruit of the Spirit is charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, forbearance,

Galatians 5:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Galatians 5:19 say?
Galatians 5:19 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Now the works of the flesh are manifest; they are: fornication, lust, homosexuality, self-indulgence, ”
Where is Galatians 5:19 in the Bible?
Galatians 5:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Galatians, chapter 5, verse 19.
Who wrote Galatians?
Galatians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 48–55.
What is the book of Galatians about?
Galatians is Paul's fierce defense of justification by faith alone against teachers who would add the Law to the gospel. He argues that the Cross plus anything is no gospel — and that the freedom of the sons of God is not a license to sin but a Spirit-led life of love.
What are the major themes of Galatians?
Galatians explores themes including Justification by Faith, Freedom, Spirit vs. Flesh, Christian Liberty. These themes shape the meaning and context of Galatians 5:19.
What translation should I read Galatians 5:19 in?
Galatians 5:19 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 Galatians 5:19?
Galatians 5:19 reads (CPDV): “Now the works of the flesh are manifest; they are: fornication, lust, homosexuality, self-indulgence, ” 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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