What does 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 say?

Name: The Holy Bible, King James Version
Author: Multiple (translators, 1611)

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

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1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 in the King James Version reads:

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.

These three short verses appear near the close of 1 Thessalonians 5. Read it in context at 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, or the full chapter at 1 Thessalonians 5.

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