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Identity is of the Heart
Commentators unanimously stress that true spiritual identity is not based on outward factors like ancestry, religious labels, or ceremonies. Paul argues that being a 'real Jew' is an internal matter of the heart, not just external observance. This challenges any reliance on heritage or formal religion for one's standing with God.
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Albert Barnes
On Romans 2:28
18th Century
Theologian
For he is not a Jew, etc. He who is merely descended from Abraham, and is circumcised, and externally conforms to the law only, does not p…
AT Robertson
On Romans 2:28
Which is one outwardly (ο εν τω φανερω). Ιουδαιος (Jew) has to be repeated (ellipse) with the article, "the in the open Jew" (circ…
Charles Ellicott
On Romans 2:25–29
19th Century
Bishop
This section forms a connecting link with the opening of the next chapter. “The characteristic mark and badge of the Jew has two sides: one outward…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Romans 2:26–29
19th Century
Preacher
If this principle were fully recognized everywhere, it would certainly put an end to all that notion of sacramentarianism that some hold. It is not…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Romans 2:28
That this portion is intended as a conclusion to the discussion of both the law and circumcision is evident, for both are mentioned, though the law…
John Calvin
On Romans 2:28
16th Century
Theologian
For a Jew is not he, etc. The meaning is that a real Jew is not to be ascertained either by natural descent, by profession, or by an exter…
John Gill
On Romans 2:28
17th Century
Pastor
For he is not a Jew which is one outwardly
The apostle removes the plea in favour of the Jews, taken from their name…
Matthew Henry
On Romans 2:25–29
17th Century
Minister
No forms, ordinances, or notions can profit without regenerating grace, which will always lead to seeking to partake of the righteousness of God by…