Ephesians 5:1

Updated: June 3, 2025
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Be therefore imitators of God, as beloved children.
World English Bible (WEB)
Be{G1096}{(G5737)} ye{G3402} therefore{G3767} followers{G3402} of God{G2316}, as{G5613} dear{G27} children{G5043};
KJV with Strongs
(1) So then be imitators of יהוה YAHWEH as dearly beloved children
The F.O.G
[1] Therefore, as dearly loved children, become living reflections of God—like children who've learned to mirror their father's best qualities.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
Become, then, followers of God, as children beloved,
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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