Bible Strands
1 Thessalonians 5:16
Rejoice at all times.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Thessalonian church in this letter, placing the command between instructions to reject retaliation and to pray continually.
The words — The Greek word πᾶντοτε (pantote) means "always," and χαίρετε (chairete) is a present imperative commanding "do rejoice."
The thread — The text's command to rejoice runs parallel to Philippians 4:4, Romans 12:12, and Matthew 5:12.
Why it lands — The text states that believers must maintain joy continuously. This requires readers to treat rejoicing as a disciplined posture rather than a response to favorable circumstances.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Rejoice evermore.
Cross-references
- Romans 12:12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.
- Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
- Matthew 5:12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.
- 2 Corinthians 6:10 sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything.
- Luke 10:20 Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”