# What does 1 Thessalonians 5:8 mean?

> 1 Thessalonians 5:8 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> But since we belong to the day, let's keep our heads clear. Let's put on faith and love like body armor, and hope in our rescue as our helmet.
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> — 1 Thessalonians 5:8, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

Believers should protect themselves with faith, love, and hope, staying ready and grounded.