Galatians 6:12

Translations

Modern

Those who want to make a good impression outwardly are trying to compel you to be circumcised. They only do this to avoid persecution for the cross of Christ.

Traditional

As many as desire to make a fair shew in the flesh, they constrain you to be circumcised; only lest they should suffer persecution for the cross of Christ.

Literal

As many as want to have a fair appearance in the flesh, these compel you to be circumcised, only that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ.

Latin

Quicumque enim volunt placere in carne, hi cogunt vos circumcidi, tantum ut crucis Christi persecutionem non patiantur.

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Greek

English

Those who want to make a good impression outwardly are trying to compel you to be circumcised. They only do this to avoid persecution for the cross of Christ.

Notes

Galatians 6:12–13

Despite their theological arguments, the false teachers were self-serving. They wanted approval from non-Christian Jews and cared more about their reputation than honoring God.

Galatians 6:11–18

Paul picked up the writing tool from his amanuensis (secretary) and wrote a postscript himself. He did this to prove the letter was truly his and to make a final appeal.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Circumcision

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Acts 15:1
Then some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.”
Galatians 5:11
Now, brothers, if I am still preaching circumcision, why am I still being persecuted? In that case the offense of the cross has been abolished.
Colossians 2:23
Such restrictions indeed have an appearance of wisdom, with their self-prescribed worship, their false humility, and their harsh treatment of the body; but they are of no value against the indulgence of the flesh.
2 Corinthians 11:13
For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ.
Luke 16:15
So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God.
Galatians 2:3
Yet not even Titus, who was with me, was compelled to be circumcised, even though he was a Greek.
2 Corinthians 10:12
We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they show their ignorance.
Philippians 1:15
It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill.
John 7:18
He who speaks on his own authority seeks his own glory, but He who seeks the glory of the One who sent Him is a man of truth; in Him there is no falsehood.
Philippians 2:4
Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.
Matthew 23:5
All their deeds are done for men to see. They broaden their phylacteries and lengthen their tassels.
Luke 20:47
They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Circumcision Covering of the Head Crucifixion Flesh Letter to the Galatians

Topics

Circumcision: Abrogated Circumcision: Necessity of, Asserted by False Teachers Cowardice: General Scriptures Concerning Diplomacy: Paul, in Performing Certain Temple Services to Placate Jewish Believers Intimidation Persecution of the Righteous Persecution: False Teachers Shrink From Public Opinion: Concessions to Disciples, Who Urged Circumcision

Galatians 6:12

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