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Romans 4:17 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Romans 4:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Romans chapter 4 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“(As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were. before him: or, like unto him”
Romans 4:17 (KJV)
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Commentary on Romans 4:17
(As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were. Paul quotes Genesis 17:5, but in its original context, this statement was made after circumcision. Paul's point is that the promise itself defines Abraham's role regardless of circumcision's timing—God declared Abraham father of pollōn ethnōn (πολλῶν ἐθνῶν, "many nations"), not just Israel. The parenthetical nature of this clause suggests the promise's fulfillment is now evident in the multi-ethnic church.Paul ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Romans 4:17
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“and the things that are despised”
“behold”
“even so the Son also gives life to whom he desires.”
“he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son”
“and are life.”
“but now are God's people”
“he who raised up Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.”
“I tell you”
“and be led forth with peace: the mountains and the hills shall break forth before you into singing; and all the trees of the fields shall clap their hands.”