Book of Romans
New TestamentPauline Epistle

Book of Romans

16

Chapters

433

Verses

Paul the Apostle

Author

AD 57

Date Written

Overview

Romans is Paul's masterwork explaining the gospel, showing that all people need salvation, which comes only through faith in Christ, and leads to transformed living.

Purpose

To present a complete and systematic statement of the gospel and its implications for Christian living.

Historical Context

Written from Corinth during Paul's third missionary journey, preparing the Roman church for his planned visit.

Name Origins

Greek

Ρωμαιος

Romaios

Key Themes

Justification by FaithRighteousnessGraceSanctificationIsraelChristian Living

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Book Outline

Introduction

1:1-17

Gospel of righteousness

Condemnation

1:18-3:20

All under sin

Justification

3:21-5:21

Righteousness by faith

Sanctification

6:1-8:39

Life in the Spirit

Israel

9:1-11:36

God's plan for Israel

Application

12:1-15:13

Living sacrifice

Conclusion

15:14-16:27

Plans and greetings

Key Verses

For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.
All things work together for good to them that love God.
Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed.

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