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Romans 5:3 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Romans 5:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Romans chapter 5 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;”
Romans 5:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Romans 5:3
And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also (ἀλλὰ καὶ καυχώμεθα ἐν ταῖς θλίψεσιν)—the same verb 'boast/rejoice' now takes the startling object of tribulations (θλίψεσιν, thlipsesin), a term denoting crushing pressure, affliction, persecution. This is neither masochism nor Stoic resignation but eschatological confidence: present sufferings are birth pangs of coming glory (8:18).Knowing that tribulation worketh patience—the participle εἰδότες (eidotes, 'knowing') indicates settled conviction, not mere speculation. The divine pedagogy proceeds: θλῖψις (thlipsis, tribulation) produces ὑπομο...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Romans 5:3
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“my brothers{The word for brothers here and where context allows may also be correctly translated brothers and sisters or siblings.}”
“for when he has been approved”
“you are blessed. Don't fear what they fear, neither be troubled.{Isaiah 8:12}”
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses”
“which is for the moment”
“and when they shall exclude and mock you”
“or anguish”
“for a few days”
“and if I am poured out on the sacrifice and service of your faith”