Lux Domini
Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;

What does Ephesians 5:1 mean?

Because God, for Christ's sake, has forgiven you, therefore be ye followers of God, imitators of God. Resemble him especially in his love and pardoning goodness, as becomes those beloved by their heavenly Father.

Key themes

LoveForgivenessGraceUnion with Christ

Read with

Keep this verse inside Ephesians 5:1-5 and alongside a few nearby related passages.