Galatians 3:22

Translations

Modern

But the Scripture pronounces all things confined by sin, so that by faith in Jesus Christ the promise might be given to those who believe.

Traditional

But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.

Literal

But the Scripture shut in all things under sin, so that by faith from Jesus Christ the promise might be given to those believing.

Latin

Sed conclusit Scriptura omnia sub peccato, ut promissio ex fide Jesu Christi daretur credentibus.

Original

Greek

English

But the Scripture pronounces all things confined by sin, so that by faith in Jesus Christ the promise might be given to those who believe.

Notes

Galatians 3:22

all things confined by sin. See Romans 3:9; 7:1 –13; 11:32. Following the law of Moses cannot save us. Only believing in Jesus Christ can free us from sin.

Galatians 3:19–22

Paul's argument might make those hearing his message think the law of Moses has no purpose. However, Paul emphasizes the law's true purpose in order to correct false teaching about the law.

Galatians 3:21–25

See Romans 7:7 –13.

Theme notes and profiles

Abraham Paul (Saul) Biblical Law Sin Enters the World The Limitations of Law

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Romans 7:1–6

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

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Topics

Depravity of Man: General Scriptures Concerning Faith in Christ Faith: General Scriptures Concerning Faith: Through It Is: Inheritance of the Promises Justification: General Scriptures Concerning Salvation: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Sin: Scripture Concludes all Under The Fall of Man: All Men Partake of the Effects of The Promises of God: Are: Given to Those Who Believe Works: Insufficiency of, for Salvation

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