Galatians 6:4 net — Let each one examine his own work. Then he can take pride in himself and not compare himself with someone else.

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"Let each one examine his own work. Then he can take pride in himself and not compare himself with someone else."

— Galatians 6:4, NET Bible

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Galatians 6:4 in Other Translations

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Galatians 6 — Context

1

Support One Another Brothers and sisters, if a person is discovered in some sin, you who are spiritual restore such a person in a spirit of gentleness. Pay close attention to yourselves, so that you are not tempted too.

2

Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

3

For if anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself.

4

Let each one examine his own work. Then he can take pride in himself and not compare himself with someone else.

5

For each one will carry his own load.

6

Now the one who receives instruction in the word must share all good things with the one who teaches it.

7

Do not be deceived. God will not be made a fool. For a person will reap what he sows,

Galatians 6:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Galatians 6:4 say?
Galatians 6:4 in the NET Bible reads: “Let each one examine his own work. Then he can take pride in himself and not compare himself with someone else.”
Where is Galatians 6:4 in the Bible?
Galatians 6:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Galatians, chapter 6, verse 4.
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 6:4.
What translation should I read Galatians 6:4 in?
Galatians 6:4 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 6:4?
Galatians 6:4 reads (NET): “Let each one examine his own work. Then he can take pride in himself and not compare himself with someone else.” 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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