Ephesians 5:16

16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

Ephesians 5:16 In-Context

14 Wherefore he says, Wake up, [thou] that sleepest, and arise up from among the dead, and the Christ shall shine upon thee.

15 See therefore how ye walk carefully, not as unwise but as wise,

16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

17 For this reason be not foolish, but understanding what [is] the will of the Lord.

18 And be not drunk with wine, in which is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit,

Footnotes

• [a] Not 'redeeming time,' as usually understood, but seizing every good and favourable opportunity. (See Dan. 2.8.)