A.T. Robertson Commentary Romans 11:7

"What then? that which Israel seeketh for, that he obtained not; but the election obtained it, and the rest were hardened:" — Romans 11:7 (ASV)

What then? (τ ουν?). Since God did not push Israel away (verse 1), what is true?

The election (η εκλογη). Abstract for concrete (the elect).

Obtained (επετυχεν). Second aorist active indicative of επιτυγχανω, old verb, to hit upon, only here in Paul. See 9:30-33 for the failure of the Jews.

Were hardened (επωρωθησαν). First aorist passive indicative of πωροω, late verb, to cover with thick skin (πωρος). See on 2 Corinthians 3:14; Mr 3:5.