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Righteous vs. Good
Commentators explain that Paul draws a sharp distinction between two types of people. A 'righteous' person is strictly just and rule-following, commanding respect but not necessarily deep affection. A 'good' person is benevolent, kind, and generous, inspiring love. Paul argues that while someone might possibly die for a 'good' person, it's almost unthinkable for a merely 'righteous' one.
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Albert Barnes
On Romans 5:7
18th Century
Theologian
For scarcely, etc. The purpose of this verse and the following is to illustrate the great love of God by comparing it with what humans are…
AT Robertson
On Romans 5:7
Scarcely (μολις). Common adverb from μολος, toil. See on Ac 14:18. As between δικαιος, righteous, and αγαθος, good, Lightfoot note…
Charles Ellicott
On Romans 5:7
19th Century
Bishop
Yet perhaps.—The true reading is, undoubtedly, for perhaps.
For a good man.—Literally, for th…
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Charles Spurgeon
On Romans 5:7
19th Century
Preacher
For scarcely for a righteous man will one die:
Though he were as just as Aristides, though he were renowned for justice, nobody wou…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Romans 5:7
Having dwelt on the powerful influence of the divine love ministered to the hearts of believers by the Spirit, Paul goes on to explore the depths o…
John Calvin
On Romans 5:7
16th Century
Theologian
For a just man, etc. The meaning of the passage has constrained me to render the particle γὰρ as an affirmative or declarative ra…
John Gill
On Romans 5:7
17th Century
Pastor
For scarcely for a righteous man will one die
The design of this, and the following verse, is to show that Christ's …
Matthew Henry
On Romans 5:6–11
17th Century
Minister
Christ died for sinners���not only for those who were useless, but for those who were guilty and hateful, such that their everlasting destruction w…