Bible Strands
Galatians 5:23
gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Galatian churches to conclude his list of the Spirit’s fruit, immediately preceding the command to crucify the flesh’s passions.
The words — ἐγκράτεια (egkrateia) means self-control, paired with πραΰτης (prautēs) for gentleness, both describing restrained character and meek conduct.
The thread — The boundary of the law appears in 1 Timothy 1:9, while self-control is repeatedly required for mature believers in Acts 24:25 and Titus 2:2.
Why it lands — The text states that no law exists against gentleness and self-control, indicating these qualities function outside legal restriction rather than as a legal requirement.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.
Cross-references
- 1 Timothy 1:9 We realize that law is not enacted for the righteous, but for the lawless and rebellious, for the ungodly and sinful, for the unholy and profane, for killers of father or mother, for murderers,
- Acts 24:25 As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”
- Titus 2:2 Older men are to be temperate, dignified, self-controlled, and sound in faith, love, and perseverance.
- Titus 1:8 Instead, he must be hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.
- 1 Corinthians 9:25 Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable.