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Knowledge Isn't Enough
Commentators like John Calvin explain a critical distinction: it's one thing to intellectually approve of what is right, but another to choose and live it out. The Jewish people, instructed by the law, could discern God's will and judge right from wrong. However, Paul's argument reveals that this knowledge often remained a mental exercise, failing to translate into heartfelt obedience. This serves as a timeless warning against hypocrisy.
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Albert Barnes
On Romans 2:18
18th Century
Theologian
And knowest his will. The will or commands of God. This knowledge they obtained from the Scriptures; and of course in this they w…
Charles Ellicott
On Romans 2:18
19th Century
Bishop
His will.—Literally, the will—i.e., "the supreme will."
Approvest the things that ar…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Romans 2:18
Paul now begins to dialogue with a representative Jew, and his razorsharp irony is superb for its deftness. He first builds up the Jew, citing his …
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John Calvin
On Romans 2:18
16th Century
Theologian
And know his will, and approve things excellent, etc. He now concedes to them the knowledge of the divine will and the approval of things …
John Gill
On Romans 2:18
17th Century
Pastor
And knowest his will
Not the secret will or purpose of God; nor his revealed will in the Gospel, for of this they we…
Matthew Henry
On Romans 2:17–24
17th Century
Minister
The apostle addresses the Jews and reveals what sins they were guilty of, despite their profession and empty claims.
A believing, humble, th…