1 I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience bearing witness with me in the Holy Spirit,Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- I say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- the truth G225 (ἀλήθεια) — truth
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- I lie G5574 (ψεύδομαι) — to utter an untruth or
attempt to deceive by falsehood
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- conscience G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- conscience G4893 (συνείδησις) — co-perception, i.e. moral
consciousness
- also bearing G4828 (συμμαρτυρέω) — to testify jointly, i.e. corroborate by
(concurrent) evidence
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- witness G4828 (συμμαρτυρέω) — to testify jointly, i.e. corroborate by
(concurrent) evidence
- the Holy G40 (ἅγιος) — sacred (physically,
pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially,
consecrated)
- Ghost G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by
analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by
implication) vital principle, men…
2 that I have great sorrow and unceasing pain in my heart.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- That G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- have G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- great G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or
figuratively, in a very wide application)
- heaviness G3077 (λύπη) — sadness
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- continual G88 (ἀδιάλειπτος) — unintermitted, i.e. permanent
- sorrow G3601 (ὀδύνη) — grief (as dejecting)
- in G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- heart G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- heart G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
3 For I could wish that I myself were anathema from Christ for my brethren’s sake, my kinsmen according to the flesh:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- could wish that G2172 (εὔχομαι) — to wish; by implication, to pray to
God
- myself G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- accursed G331 (ἀνάθεμα) — a (religious) ban or (concretely) excommunicated (thing or
person)
- from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- brethren G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- kinsmen G4773 (συγγενής) — a relative (by blood); by extension, a fellow
countryman
- according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e.
(strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body
(as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
4 who are Israelites; whose is the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service of God, and the promises;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Who G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which
same
- are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- Israelites G2475 (Ἰσραηλίτης) — an "Israelite", i.e. descendant of Israel (literally or
figuratively)
- to whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- the adoption G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the adoption G5206 (υἱοθεσία) — the placing
as a son, i.e. adoption (figuratively, Christian sonship in respect to
God)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application
(literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
- the covenants G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the covenants G1242 (διαθήκη) — properly, a disposition, i.e. (specially) a contract
(especially a devisory will)
- the giving of the law G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the giving of the law G3548 (νομοθεσία) — legislation (specially, the institution of the Mosaic
code)
- the service G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the service G2999 (λατρεία) — ministration of God, i.e. worship
- the promises G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the promises G1860 (ἐπαγγελία) — an announcement (for information, assent or pledge;
especially a divine assurance of good)
5 whose are the fathers, and of whom is Christ as concerning the flesh, who is over all, God blessed for ever. Amen.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Whose G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- the fathers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the fathers G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near
or more remote)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- as concerning G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e.
(strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body
(as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
- Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- who is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- over G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- blessed G2128 (εὐλογητός) — adorable
- for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- ever G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- ever G165 (αἰών) — properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also
past); by implication, the world; specially (Jewish) a Messianic
period (present or future)
- Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively)
trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be
it)
6 But it is not as though the word of God hath come to nought. For they are not all Israel, that are of Israel:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- Not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- as though G3634 (οἷος) — such or what sort of (as a
correlation or exclamation); especially the neuter (adverbially) with
negative, not so
- G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- hath taken none effect G1601 (ἐκπίπτω) — to drop away; specially, be driven out of one's
course; figuratively, to lose, become inefficient
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- they G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of
Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
- which are G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
7 neither, because they are Abraham’s seed, are they all children: but, In Isaac shall thy seed be called.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Neither G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
- because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- they are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- the seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by
implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept
over for planting)
- of Abraham G11 (Ἀβραάμ) — Abraham, the Hebrew patriarch
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- In G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Isaac G2464 (Ἰσαάκ) — Isaac (i.e. Jitschak), the son of
Abraham
- shall G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
- thy G4771 (σύ) — thou
- seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by
implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept
over for planting)
- be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
8 That is, it is not the children of the flesh that are children of God; but the children of the promise are reckoned for a seed.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- That G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- They which are the children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- They which are the children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
- of the flesh G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e.
(strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body
(as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
- these G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- the children G5043 (τέκνον) — a child (as produced)
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- the children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the promise G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the promise G1860 (ἐπαγγελία) — an announcement (for information, assent or pledge;
especially a divine assurance of good)
- are counted G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally
or figuratively)
- for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by
implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept
over for planting)
9 For this is a word of promise, According to this season will I come, and Sarah shall have a son.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- the word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- of promise G1860 (ἐπαγγελία) — an announcement (for information, assent or pledge;
especially a divine assurance of good)
- At G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
- will I come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- Sarah G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Sarah G4564 (Σάῤῥα) — Sarra (i.e. Sarah), the wife of
Abraham
- shall have G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- a son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very
widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
10 And not only so; but Rebecca also having conceived by one, even by our father Isaac—Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- when G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- Rebecca G4479 (Ῥεβέκκα) — Rebecca (i.e. Ribkah), the wife of
Isaac
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- had G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- conceived G2845 (κοίτη) — a couch; by extension, cohabitation; by implication, the
male sperm
- by G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- one G1520 (εἷς) — one
- by G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- by G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near
or more remote)
- our G1473 (ἐγώ)
- father G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- father G3962 (πατήρ) — a "father" (literally or figuratively, near
or more remote)
- Isaac G2464 (Ἰσαάκ) — Isaac (i.e. Jitschak), the son of
Abraham
11 for the children being not yet born, neither having done anything good or bad, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth,Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- being G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but
by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
- not yet G3380 (μήπω) — not yet
- born G1080 (γεννάω) — to procreate (properly, of the father, but
by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
- neither G3366 (μηδέ) — but not, not even; in a continued negation,
nor
- having done G4238 (πράσσω) — to "practise", i.e. perform repeatedly or habitually
(thus differing from , which properly refers to a single act); by
implication, to execute, accomplish, et…
- any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
- good G18 (ἀγαθός) — "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
- or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas
properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or
(objectively) injurious
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- the purpose G4286 (πρόθεσις) — a setting forth, i.e. (figuratively) proposal (intention);
specially, the show-bread (in the Temple) as exposed before
God
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- election G1589 (ἐκλογή) — (divine) selection (abstractly or concretely)
- might stand G3306 (μένω) — to stay (in a given place, state, relation or
expectancy)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or
occupation); by implication, an act
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- him that calleth G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
12 it was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- It was said G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- unto her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- The elder G3173 (μέγας) — big (literally or
figuratively, in a very wide application)
- shall serve G1398 (δουλεύω) — to be a slave to (literal or figurative, involuntary or
voluntary)
- the younger G1640 (ἐλάσσων) — smaller (in size, quantity, age or
quality)
13 Even as it is written, Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- Jacob G2384 (Ἰακώβ) — Jacob (i.e. Ja`akob), the progenitor of the
Israelites
- have I loved G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or
moral sense)
- but G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- Esau G2269 (Ἠσαῦ) — Esau, an Edomite
- have I hated G3404 (μισέω) — to detest (especially to persecute); by
extension, to love less
14 What shall we say then? Is there unrighteousness with God? God forbid.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- shall we say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- unrighteousness G93 (ἀδικία) — (legal) injustice (properly, the quality, by implication, the
act); morally, wrongfulness (of character, life or act)
- with G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from
beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the
vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- God forbid G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- God forbid G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
15 For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G302 (ἄν)
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- he saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- to Moses G3475 (Μωσεύς) — Moseus, Moses, or Mouses (i.e. Mosheh), the
Hebrew lawgiver
- I will have mercy on G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine
grace)
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- I will have mercy G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine
grace)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- I will have compassion on G3627 (οἰκτείρω) — to exercise pity
- I will have compassion G3627 (οἰκτείρω) — to exercise pity
16 So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that hath mercy.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- So G686 (ἄρα) — a
particle denoting an inference more or less decisive (as
follows)
- then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- of him that willeth G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- nor G3761 (οὐδέ) — not however, i.e. neither, nor, not even
- of him that runneth G5143 (τρέχω) — which
uses (the base of ) as alternate in certain tenses;
to run or walk hastily (literally or figuratively)
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- that sheweth mercy G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine
grace)
17 For the scripture saith unto Pharaoh, For this very purpose did I raise thee up, that I might show in thee my power, and that my name might be published abroad in all the earth.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- the scripture G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the scripture G1124 (γραφή) — a document, i.e. holy Writ (or its contents or a statement in
it)
- saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- unto Pharaoh G5328 (Φαραώ) — Pharao (i.e. Pharoh), an Egyptian
king
- G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- Even for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- purpose G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- have I raised G1825 (ἐξεγείρω) — to rouse fully, i.e. (figuratively) to resuscitate
(from death), release (from infliction)
- thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
- up G1825 (ἐξεγείρω) — to rouse fully, i.e. (figuratively) to resuscitate
(from death), release (from infliction)
- that G3704 (ὅπως) — what(-ever) how, i.e. in the manner that (as
adverb or conjunction of coincidence, intentional or
actual)
- I might shew G1731 (ἐνδείκνυμι) — to indicate (by word or act)
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- power G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous
power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- name G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- name G3686 (ὄνομα) — a
"name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character)
- might be declared G1229 (διαγγέλλω) — to herald thoroughly
- throughout G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- the earth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the earth G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the
solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants
in each application)
18 So then he hath mercy on whom he will, and whom he will he hardeneth.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G686 (ἄρα) — a
particle denoting an inference more or less decisive (as
follows)
- Therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- hath he mercy on G1653 (ἐλεέω) — to compassionate (by word or deed, specially, by divine
grace)
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- he will G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- he hardeneth G4645 (σκληρύνω) — to indurate, i.e. (figuratively) render stubborn
19 Thou wilt say then unto me, Why doth he still find fault? For who withstandeth his will?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Thou wilt say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- Why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- doth he G3201 (μέμφομαι) — to blame
- yet G2089 (ἔτι) — "yet," still (of time or degree)
- find fault G3201 (μέμφομαι) — to blame
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- hath resisted G436 (ἀνθίστημι) — to stand against, i.e. oppose
- his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- will G1013 (βούλημα) — a resolve
20 Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, Why didst thou make me thus?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Nay but G3304 (μενοῦνγε) — so then at least
- O G5599 (ὦ) — as a sign of the vocative case, O; as a note
of exclamation, oh
- man G444 (ἄνθρωπος) — man-faced, i.e. a human
being
- who G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- art G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
- that repliest against G470 (ἀνταποκρίνομαι) — to contradict or dispute
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- Shall G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- the thing formed G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the thing formed G4110 (πλάσμα) — something moulded
- say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- to him that formed G4111 (πλάσσω) — to mould, i.e. shape or fabricate
- Why G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- hast thou made G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- me G1473 (ἐγώ)
- thus G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or
follows)
21 Or hath not the potter a right over the clay, from the same lump to make one part a vessel unto honor, and another unto dishonor?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
- Hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- the potter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the potter G2763 (κεραμεύς) — a potter
- power G1849 (ἐξουσία) — privilege, i.e. (subjectively)
force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery
(concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token of control…
- over the clay G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- over the clay G4081 (πηλός) — clay
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- lump G5445 (φύραμα) — perhaps
akin to through the idea of swelling in bulk), mean to knead; a
mass of dough
- to make G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- one G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession
(in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this
one, the former, etc.)
- vessel G4632 (σκεῦος) — a vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus
(literally or figuratively [specially, a wife as contributing to the
usefulness of the husband])
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- honour G5092 (τιμή) — a value, i.e. money paid, or (concretely and collectively)
valuables; by analogy, esteem (especially of the highest degree), or
the dignity itself
- and G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- another G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- dishonour G819 (ἀτιμία) — infamy, i.e. (subjectively) comparative indignity,
(objectively) disgrace
22 What if God, willing to show his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much longsuffering vessels of wrath fitted unto destruction:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- willing G2309 (θέλω) — to determine
(as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly
denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations),
i.e. choose…
- to shew G1731 (ἐνδείκνυμι) — to indicate (by word or act)
- wrath G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- wrath G3709 (ὀργή) — properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the
mind), i.e. (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable)
abhorrence); by implication punish…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- to make G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- power G1415 (δυνατός) — powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter
possible
- known G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- endured G5342 (φέρω) — to "bear" or carry (in a very wide application, literally and
figuratively, as follows)
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- much G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- longsuffering G3115 (μακροθυμία) — longanimity, i.e. (objectively) forbearance or
(subjectively) fortitude
- the vessels G4632 (σκεῦος) — a vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus
(literally or figuratively [specially, a wife as contributing to the
usefulness of the husband])
- of wrath G3709 (ὀργή) — properly, desire (as a reaching forth or excitement of the
mind), i.e. (by analogy), violent passion (ire, or (justifiable)
abhorrence); by implication punish…
- fitted G2675 (καταρτίζω) — to complete thoroughly, i.e. repair
(literally or figuratively) or adjust
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- destruction G684 (ἀπώλεια) — ruin or loss (physical, spiritual
or eternal)
23 and that he might make known the riches of his glory upon vessels of mercy, which he afore prepared unto glory,Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- he might make known G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- the riches G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the riches G4149 (πλοῦτος) — wealth (as fulness), i.e. (literally) money,
possessions, or (figuratively) abundance, richness, (specially),
valuable bestowment
- of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application
(literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
- on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- the vessels G4632 (σκεῦος) — a vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus
(literally or figuratively [specially, a wife as contributing to the
usefulness of the husband])
- of mercy G1656 (ἔλεος) — compassion (human or divine, especially
active)
- which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- he had afore prepared G4282 (προετοιμάζω) — to fit up in advance (literally or
figuratively)
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
24 even us, whom he also called, not from the Jews only, but also from the Gentiles?Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- he hath called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- the Jews G2453 (Ἰουδαῖος) — Judæan, i.e. belonging
to Jehudah
- only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe;
specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication,
pagan)
25 As he saith also in Hosea, I will call that my people, which was not my people; And her beloved, that was not beloved.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- As G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- he saith G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Hosea G5617 (Ὡσηέ) — Hosee (i.e. Hoshea), an Israelite
- I will call G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
- them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from
, which denotes one's own populace)
- which were G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- her G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- beloved G25 (ἀγαπάω) — to love (in a social or
moral sense)
- which was G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
26 And it shall be, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people, There shall they be called sons of the living God.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- it shall come to pass G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the place G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the place G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by
occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e.
location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
- where G3757 (οὗ) — at which place, i.e.
where
- it was said G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- Ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- people G2992 (λαός) — a people (in general; thus differing from
, which denotes one's own populace)
- there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
- shall they be called G2564 (καλέω) — to "call" (properly, aloud, but used in a
variety of applications, directly or otherwise)
- the children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very
widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
- of the G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- living G2198 (ζάω) — to live (literally or figuratively)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
27 And Isaiah crieth concerning Israel, If the number of the children of Israel be as the sand of the sea, it is the remnant that shall be saved:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Isaiah G2268 (Ἡσαΐας) — Hesaias (i.e. Jeshajah), an
Israelite
- also G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- crieth G2896 (κράζω) — properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e.
(genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
- concerning G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of
Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
- Though G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- the number G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the number G706 (ἀριθμός) — a number (as reckoned up)
- of the children G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the children G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very
widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
- of Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of
Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
- be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- the sand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the sand G285 (ἄμμος) — sand (as heaped on the beach)
- of the sea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of the sea G2281 (θάλασσα) — the sea (genitive case or
specially)
- a remnant G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- a remnant G2640 (κατάλειμμα) — a remainder, i.e. (by implication) a few
- shall be saved G4982 (σώζω) — to save,
i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
28 for the Lord will execute his word upon the earth, finishing it and cutting it short.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- he will finish G4931 (συντελέω) — to complete entirely; generally, to execute
(literally or figuratively)
- the work G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- cut G4932 (συντέμνω) — to contract by cutting, i.e.
(figuratively) do concisely (speedily)
- short G4932 (συντέμνω) — to contract by cutting, i.e.
(figuratively) do concisely (speedily)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian)
justification
- because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- a G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- work G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- will G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- make G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- upon G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- the earth G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the earth G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the
solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants
in each application)
29 And, as Isaiah hath said before, Except the Lord of Sabaoth had left us a seed, We had become as Sodom, and had been made like unto Gomorrah.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- Isaiah G2268 (Ἡσαΐας) — Hesaias (i.e. Jeshajah), an
Israelite
- said before G4302 (προλέγω) — to say beforehand, i.e. predict,
forewarn
- Except G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that,
etc.
- Except G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- of Sabaoth G4519 (σαβαώθ) — armies; sabaoth (i.e.
tsebaoth), a military epithet of God
- had left G1459 (ἐγκαταλείπω) — to leave behind in some place, i.e. (in a good
sense) let remain over, or (in a bad sense) to desert
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- a seed G4690 (σπέρμα) — something sown, i.e. seed (including the male "sperm"); by
implication, offspring; specially, a remnant (figuratively, as if kept
over for planting)
- G302 (ἄν)
- we had been G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- Sodom G4670 (Σόδομα) — Sodoma (i.e. Sedom), a place in
Palestine
- G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- been made like G3666 (ὁμοιόω) — to assimilate, i.e. compare; passively, to become
similar
- unto Gomorrha G1116 (Γόμοῤῥα) — Gomorrha (i.e. Amorah), a place near the Dead
Sea
30 What shall we say then? That the Gentiles, who followed not after righteousness, attained to righteousness, even the righteousness which is of faith:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- What G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- shall we say G2046 (ἐρέω) — an alternate for in certain
tenses; to utter, i.e. speak or say
- then G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or
(conjunctionally) accordingly
- That G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- the Gentiles G1484 (ἔθνος) — a race (as of the same habit), i.e. a tribe;
specially, a foreign (non-Jewish) one (usually, by implication,
pagan)
- which followed G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to persecute
- not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an
interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an
affirmative one)) whether
- after G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to persecute
- righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian)
justification
- have attained to G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc.
(literally or figuratively)
- even G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- the righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian)
justification
- which is G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious
truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially
reliance upon Christ for salva…
31 but Israel, following after a law of righteousness, did not arrive at that law.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- But G1161 (δέ) — but, and,
etc.
- Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of
Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
- which followed after G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or
figuratively); by implication, to persecute
- the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case
(regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the
Gospel), or figuratively (a…
- of righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian)
justification
- hath G5348 (φθάνω) — to be beforehand, i.e. anticipate or
precede; by extension, to have arrived at
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- attained G5348 (φθάνω) — to be beforehand, i.e. anticipate or
precede; by extension, to have arrived at
- to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
32 Wherefore? Because they sought it not by faith, but as it were by works. They stumbled at the stone of stumbling;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- Wherefore G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or
what (in direct or indirect questions)
- Because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- by G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious
truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially
reliance upon Christ for salva…
- but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially)
contrariwise (in many relations)
- as it were G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- the works G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or
occupation); by implication, an act
- of the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case
(regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the
Gospel), or figuratively (a…
- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- they stumbled G4350 (προσκόπτω) — to strike at, i.e. surge against (as water);
specially, to stub on, i.e. trip up (literally or figuratively)
- at that G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- at that G3037 (λίθος) — a stone (literally or
figuratively)
- stumblingstone G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- stumblingstone G4348 (πρόσκομμα) — a stub, i.e. (figuratively) occasion of apostasy
33 even as it is written, Behold, I lay in Zion a stone of stumbling and a rock of offence: And he that believeth on him shall not be put to shame.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- As G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
- it is written G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- Behold G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by
Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
- I lay G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively;
properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from
, which properly denote…
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Zion G4622 (Σιών) — Sion (i.e. Tsijon), a hill of Jerusalem;
figuratively, the Church (militant or triumphant)
- G3037 (λίθος) — a stone (literally or
figuratively)
- a stumblingstone G4348 (πρόσκομμα) — a stub, i.e. (figuratively) occasion of apostasy
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- rock G4073 (πέτρα) — a (mass of) rock (literally or
figuratively)
- of offence G4625 (σκάνδαλον) — a trap-stick (bent
sapling), i.e. snare (figuratively, cause of displeasure or
sin)
- whosoever G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- believeth G4100 (πιστεύω) — to have faith (in, upon, or with respect to, a person or
thing), i.e. credit; by implication, to entrust (especially one's
spiritual well-being to Christ)
- on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time,
place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive
case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
- him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- shall G2617 (καταισχύνω) — to shame down, i.e. disgrace or (by implication)
put to the blush
- not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or
not
- be ashamed G2617 (καταισχύνω) — to shame down, i.e. disgrace or (by implication)
put to the blush