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For as you in time past were disobedient to God, but now have obtained mercy by their disobedience,
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A Great Reversal of Roles
Commentators explain that Paul is reminding the Gentile Christians of their past. They were once characterized by disobedience, idolatry, and unbelief, living outside of God's special promises. Now, in a dramatic reversal, they have become the recipients of God's mercy and pardon.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For as you. You who were Gentiles.
In times past. Before the gospel was preached. This refers to the former idolatrous and…
Ye in time past (υμεις ποτε). Ye Gentiles (1:18-32).
Were disobedient (επειθησατε). First aorist active in…
19th Century
Anglican
Have not believed ... unbelief ... not believed ...
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God’s purpose must be implemented if it is to be effective. His mercy is the needed factor. Paul is addressing his Gentile readers here. In fact, t…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For as you in times past have not believed God The times referred to, are the times of ignorance, idolatry, and supe…
Of all judgments, spiritual judgments are the most severe; of these the apostle is here speaking. The restoration of the Jews is, in the natural or…
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13th Century
Catholic
1. After leading the Gentiles to a knowledge of the divine judgments, in which God’s goodness and severity were manifested, the Apostle, act…
