1 Thessalonians 5
King James Version
5 But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you.
2 For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.
3 For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.
4 But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief.
5 Ye are all the children of light, and the children of the day: we are not of the night, nor of darkness.
6 Therefore let us not sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober.
7 For they that sleep sleep in the night; and they that be drunken are drunken in the night.
8 But let us, who are of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for an helmet, the hope of salvation.
9 For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,
10 Who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him.
11 Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.
12 And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;
13 And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.
14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.
15 See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.
16 Rejoice evermore.
17 Pray without ceasing.
18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
19 Quench not the Spirit.
20 Despise not prophesyings.
21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.
22 Abstain from all appearance of evil.
23 And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
24 Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.
25 Brethren, pray for us.
26 Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss.
27 I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read unto all the holy brethren.
28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.
1 Thessalonians 5
Amplified Bible
The Day of the Lord
5 Now as to the [a]times and dates, [b]brothers and sisters, you have no need for anything to be written to you. 2 For you yourselves know perfectly well that the day of the [return of the] Lord is coming just as a thief [comes unexpectedly and suddenly] in the night. 3 While they are saying, “Peace and safety [all is well and secure!]” then [in a moment unforeseen] destruction will come upon them suddenly like labor pains on a woman with child, and they will absolutely not escape [for there will be no way to escape the judgment of the Lord]. 4 But you, [c]believers, [all you who believe in Christ as Savior and acknowledge Him as God’s Son] are not in spiritual darkness [nor held by its power], that the day [of judgment] would overtake you [by surprise] like a thief; 5 for you are all sons of light and sons of day. We do not belong to the night nor to darkness. 6 So then let us not sleep [in spiritual indifference] as the rest [of the world does], but let us keep wide awake [alert and cautious] and let us be sober [self-controlled, calm, and wise]. 7 For those who sleep, sleep at night, and those who are drunk get drunk at night. 8 But since we [believers] belong to the day, let us be sober, having put on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a helmet, the hope and confident assurance of salvation. 9 For God has not destined us to [incur His] wrath [that is, He did not select us to condemn us], but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, 10 who died [willingly] for us, so that whether we are awake (alive) or asleep (dead) [at Christ’s appearing], we will live together with Him [sharing eternal life]. 11 Therefore encourage and comfort one another and build up one another, just as you are doing.
Christian Conduct
12 Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to appreciate those who diligently work among you [recognize, acknowledge, and respect your leaders], who are in charge over you in the Lord and who give you instruction, 13 and [we ask that you appreciate them and] hold them in the highest esteem in love because of their work [on your behalf]. Live in peace with one another. 14 We [earnestly] urge you, believers, admonish those who are out of line [the undisciplined, the unruly, the disorderly], encourage the timid [who lack spiritual courage], help the [spiritually] weak, be very patient with everyone [always controlling your temper].(A) 15 See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek that which is good for one another and for all people. 16 Rejoice always and delight in your faith; 17 be unceasing and persistent in prayer; 18 in every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not quench [subdue, or be unresponsive to the working and guidance of] the [Holy] Spirit. 20 Do not scorn or reject gifts of prophecy or prophecies [spoken revelations—words of instruction or exhortation or warning]. 21 But test [d]all things carefully [so you can recognize what is good]. Hold firmly to that which is good. 22 Abstain from every form of evil [withdraw and keep away from it].
23 Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you through and through [that is, separate you from profane and vulgar things, make you pure and whole and undamaged—consecrated to Him—set apart for His purpose]; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept complete and [be found] blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 24 Faithful and absolutely trustworthy is He who is calling you [to Himself for your salvation], and He will do it [He will fulfill His call by making you holy, guarding you, watching over you, and protecting you as His own].
25 Brothers and sisters, pray for us.
26 Greet all the believers with a holy [e]kiss [as brothers and sisters in God’s family]. 27 I solemnly charge you by the Lord to have this letter read before all the [f]congregation.
28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
Footnotes
- 1 Thessalonians 5:1 The Greek word here for times refers to the length of time (indicating how long one must wait for something), while the word for dates refers to the particular time that a significant event will happen.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:1 Lit brethren.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:4 Lit brethren.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:21 Or everyone, that is, anyone claiming to be a prophet.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:26 Greeting other believers with a kiss on the cheek would be the equivalent of today’s handshake, pat on the back, or casual hug.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:27 Lit brethren.
1 Tesalonicenses 5
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Preparados para el día del Señor
5 Ahora bien, hermanos, con respecto a los tiempos(A) y a las épocas, no tienen necesidad de que se les escriba(B) nada. 2 Pues ustedes mismos saben perfectamente que el día del Señor vendrá[a](C) así como un ladrón en la noche(D); 3 que cuando estén diciendo: «Paz y seguridad(E)», entonces la destrucción[b] vendrá sobre ellos repentinamente[c](F), como dolores de parto a una mujer que está encinta(G), y no escaparán.
4 Pero ustedes, hermanos, no están en tinieblas(H), para que el día los sorprenda como ladrón[d](I); 5 porque todos ustedes son hijos de la luz(J) e hijos del día. No somos de la noche ni de las tinieblas(K). 6 Por tanto, no durmamos(L) como los demás(M), sino estemos alerta y seamos sobrios[e](N). 7 Porque los que duermen, de noche duermen, y los que se emborrachan, de noche se emborrachan(O).
8 Pero puesto que nosotros somos del día(P), seamos sobrios[f](Q), habiéndonos puesto la coraza(R) de la fe y del amor(S), y por casco(T) la esperanza de la salvación(U). 9 Porque no nos ha destinado[g] Dios para ira(V), sino para obtener salvación por medio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo(W), 10 que murió por nosotros(X), para que ya sea que estemos despiertos o dormidos, vivamos junto con Él. 11 Por tanto, confórtense los unos a los otros, y edifíquense el uno al otro(Y), tal como lo están haciendo.
Deberes prácticos de la vida cristiana
12 Pero les rogamos hermanos, que reconozcan[h](Z) a los que con diligencia trabajan entre ustedes(AA), y los dirigen[i](AB) en el Señor y los instruyen, 13 y que los tengan en muy alta estima con amor, por causa de su trabajo. Vivan en paz los unos con los otros(AC). 14 Les exhortamos, hermanos, a que amonesten a los indisciplinados[j](AD), animen a los desalentados(AE), sostengan a los débiles(AF) y sean pacientes(AG) con todos. 15 Miren que ninguno devuelva a otro mal por mal(AH), sino que procuren siempre lo bueno los unos para con los otros(AI), y para con todos.
16 Estén siempre gozosos(AJ). 17 Oren sin cesar(AK). 18 Den gracias en todo(AL), porque esta es la voluntad de Dios para ustedes en Cristo Jesús. 19 No apaguen el Espíritu(AM). 20 No desprecien las profecías[k](AN). 21 Antes bien, examínenlo todo cuidadosamente(AO), retengan lo bueno(AP). 22 Absténganse de toda forma[l] de mal.
Pablo ora por la santificación de los tesalonicenses
23 Y que el mismo(AQ) Dios de paz(AR) los santifique por completo[m]; y que todo su ser, espíritu, alma y cuerpo(AS), sea preservado irreprensible(AT) para[n] la venida de nuestro Señor Jesucristo(AU). 24 Fiel(AV) es Aquel que los llama(AW), el cual también lo hará.
Saludos y bendición final
25 Hermanos, oren por nosotros[o](AX).
26 Saluden a todos los hermanos con beso santo(AY). 27 Les encargo solemnemente[p] por el Señor que se lea esta carta(AZ) a todos los hermanos(BA).
28 La gracia de nuestro Señor Jesucristo(BB) sea con ustedes.
Footnotes
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:2 Lit. viene.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:3 O destrucción repentina.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:3 Lit. está a la mano.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:4 Algunos mss. antiguos dicen: como ladrones.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:6 O tengamos dominio propio.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:8 O tengamos dominio propio.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:9 O puesto.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:12 O honren.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:12 O los presiden.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:14 O desordenados.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:20 O los dones de profecías.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:22 O apariencia.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:23 O del todo.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:23 Lit. en.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:25 Algunos mss. agregan: también.
- 1 Tesalonicenses 5:27 Lit. Les conjuro.
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