Galatians 5:16

This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Galatians 5:16

BSB

So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

AKJV

This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.

CPDV

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

ERV

But I say, Walk by the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.

NHEB

But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desires of the flesh.

SMT

And I say, Walk in Spirit, and complete not the desire of the flesh.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Galatians 5:16

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Commentary for Galatians 5:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Galatians 5:16

Summary

Obey the Spirit to resist bodily urges.

Event

Advising spiritual conduct

Estimated Time Period

c. 49-53 AD