Translations
Modern
You were running so well. Who has obstructed you from obeying the truth?
Traditional
Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth?
Literal
You were running well. Who obstructed you not to obey the truth?
Latin
Currebatis bene: quis vos impedivit veritati non obedire?
Original
Greek
English
You were running so well. Who has obstructed you from obeying the truth?
Notes
Living by faith is like running a race (see 1 Corinthians 9:24–27; Philippians 3:13–14; 2 Timothy 4:7–8). For the Galatians, the law became an obstacle instead of a support in this race (see Luke 11:52).
Theme notes and profiles
Paul (Saul) Oppression of God’s People The Purpose of the Sinai Covenant
Glossary
Backsliding Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Fruit of the Spirit Gymnasium Letter to the Galatians Peter, Second Letter of
Topics
Backsliders: Galatians Backsliders: General Scriptures Concerning Backsliding is Departing from the Simplicity of the Gospel Circumcision: Abrogated Finish the Race Games of the Christian Life Hindering Influence: Evil Race: Foot Race: Figurative Running Running the Race