Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. New Living Translation Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity. English Standard Version Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Berean Standard Bible Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time. Berean Literal Bible Walk in wisdom toward those outside, redeeming the time. King James Bible Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. New King James Version Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. New American Standard Bible Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. NASB 1995 Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. NASB 1977 Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. Legacy Standard Bible Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, redeeming the time. Amplified Bible Conduct yourself with wisdom in your interactions with outsiders (non-believers), make the most of each opportunity [treating it as something precious]. Christian Standard Bible Act wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. Holman Christian Standard Bible Act wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. American Standard Version Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Contemporary English Version When you are with unbelievers, always make good use of the time. English Revised Version Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. GOD'S WORD® Translation Be wise in the way you act toward those who are outside [the Christian faith]. Make the most of your opportunities. Good News Translation Be wise in the way you act toward those who are not believers, making good use of every opportunity you have. International Standard Version Behave wisely toward outsiders, making the best use of your time. Majority Standard Bible Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time. NET Bible Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunities. New Heart English Bible Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Webster's Bible Translation Walk in wisdom towards them that are without, redeeming the time. Weymouth New Testament Behave wisely in relation to the outside world, buying up your opportunities. World English Bible Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWalk in wisdom toward those outside, redeeming the time, Berean Literal Bible Walk in wisdom toward those outside, redeeming the time. Young's Literal Translation in wisdom walk ye toward those without, the time forestalling; Smith's Literal Translation In wisdom walk toward them without, purchasing the time. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWalk with wisdom towards them that are without, redeeming the time. Catholic Public Domain Version Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming this age. New American Bible Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. New Revised Standard Version Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLive wisely in peace with those who are outside the church, and avoid offending. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Walk in wisdom toward outsiders and buy your opportunities. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentWalk in wisdom toward those who are without, redeeming the time. Godbey New Testament Walk about in wisdom toward the aliens, buying in the opportunity. Haweis New Testament Walk wisely with regard to those without, redeeming the time. Mace New Testament Be prudent in your conduct to those, who are not christians: and make the best of of every opportunity. Weymouth New Testament Behave wisely in relation to the outside world, buying up your opportunities. Worrell New Testament Walk in wisdom toward those without, buying up the opportunity. Worsley New Testament redeeming the time. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Fellow Workers…4Pray that I may declare it clearly, as I should. 5Act wisely toward outsiders, redeeming the time. 6Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.… Cross References Ephesians 5:15-16 Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, / redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise. Matthew 10:16 Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. James 3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding. 1 Thessalonians 4:12 Then you will behave properly toward outsiders, without being dependent on anyone. Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. 1 Peter 2:12 Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us. Proverbs 14:8 The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them. Romans 13:13 Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Proverbs 15:21 Folly is joy to one who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding walks a straight path. 1 Corinthians 10:32-33 Do not become a stumbling block, whether to Jews or Greeks or the church of God— / as I also try to please everyone in all I do. For I am not seeking my own good, but the good of many, that they may be saved. Proverbs 16:16 How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver. Philippians 1:27 Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel, Proverbs 19:8 He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success. Treasury of Scripture Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time. Walk. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Matthew 10:16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. them. 1 Corinthians 5:12,13 For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are within? … 1 Thessalonians 4:12 That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing. 1 Timothy 3:7 Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil. redeeming. Ephesians 5:16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Jump to Previous Act Behave Buying Conduct Good Making Opportunities Opportunity Outside Outsiders Redeeming Relation Time Towards Walk Way Wisdom Wise Wisely World YourselvesJump to Next Act Behave Buying Conduct Good Making Opportunities Opportunity Outside Outsiders Redeeming Relation Time Towards Walk Way Wisdom Wise Wisely World YourselvesColossians 4 1. He exhorts them to be fervent in prayer;5. to walk wisely toward those who are not yet come to the true knowledge of Christ. 10. He salutes them, and wishes them all prosperity. Act wisely The Greek word for "wisely" is "σοφία" (sophia), which denotes a deep, God-given understanding and insight. In the context of this verse, it suggests that believers are called to exhibit discernment and prudence in their interactions with those outside the Christian faith. This wisdom is not merely intellectual but is rooted in a spiritual understanding that aligns with God's will. Historically, the early church was surrounded by a diverse and often hostile culture, necessitating a careful and thoughtful approach to evangelism and daily conduct. Acting wisely involves being aware of the cultural and social dynamics at play and responding in a way that reflects Christ's love and truth. toward outsiders redeeming the time Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Actπεριπατεῖτε (peripateite) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4043: From peri and pateo; to tread all around, i.e. Walk at large; figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow. wisely σοφίᾳ (sophia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 4678: Wisdom, insight, skill (human or divine), intelligence. From sophos; wisdom. toward πρὸς (pros) Preposition Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. outsiders, ἔξω (exō) Adverb Strong's 1854: Without, outside. Adverb from ek; out(-side, of doors), literally or figuratively. redeeming ἐξαγοραζόμενοι (exagorazomenoi) Verb - Present Participle Middle - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1805: From ek and agorazo; to buy up, i.e. Ransom; figuratively, to rescue from loss. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. time. καιρὸν (kairon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2540: Fitting season, season, opportunity, occasion, time. Of uncertain affinity; an occasion, i.e. Set or proper time. Links Colossians 4:5 NIVColossians 4:5 NLT Colossians 4:5 ESV Colossians 4:5 NASB Colossians 4:5 KJV Colossians 4:5 BibleApps.com Colossians 4:5 Biblia Paralela Colossians 4:5 Chinese Bible Colossians 4:5 French Bible Colossians 4:5 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Colossians 4:5 Walk in wisdom toward those who (Coloss. Col Co) |
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