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The Law on the Heart
Commentators explain that the "law written in their hearts" is not the full Mosaic Law, nor does it grant salvation. Instead, it refers to a God-given, universal knowledge of basic morality. Scholars like Calvin and Barnes clarify this is about having a knowledge of right and wrong, not the inherent power to perfectly do what is right. This innate moral compass makes every person accountable to God.
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Albert Barnes
On Romans 2:15
18th Century
Theologian
Which show. Who thus evince or show.
The work of the law. The design, purpose, or object which is intended by the revealed…
AT Robertson
On Romans 2:15
In that they (οιτινες). "The very ones who," qualitative relative.
Written in their hearts (γραπτον εν ται…
Charles Ellicott
On Romans 2:15
19th Century
Bishop
Which.—Rather, Inasmuch as they.
The work of the law.—The practical effect or realization of the …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Romans 2:15
The principle of impartiality has to face a problem as soon as the two groups, Jews and Gentiles, are considered together, for God has not dealt wi…
John Calvin
On Romans 2:15
16th Century
Theologian
Who show the work of the law written, etc.; that is, they prove that there is imprinted on their hearts a discernment an…
John Gill
On Romans 2:15
17th Century
Pastor
Which show the work of the law written in their hearts ,
&c.] Though the Gentiles had not the law in form, written on tables, …
Matthew Henry
On Romans 2:1–16
17th Century
Minister
The Jews thought themselves a holy people, entitled to their privileges by right, while they were unthankful, rebellious, and unrighteous. But all …