Romans 1:11

Unashamed of the Gospel · Romans 1:8–17
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Translations

Modern
For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you,
Traditional
For I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift, to the end ye may be established;
Literal
For I long to see you so that I may impart some spiritual gift to you, to your being strengthened,
Latin
Desidero enim videre vos, ut aliquid impertiar vobis gratiæ spiritualis ad confirmandos vos:

Original

Greek
English
For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you,

Notes

some spiritual gift: Paul probably means the spiritual benefit he hopes his ministry will bring to the Roman Christians.

These verses include typical features of New Testament letter introductions:

  • identifying the writer or speaker (1:1–6),

  • identifying the audience (1:7),

  • a section of giving thanks (1:8–15), and

  • the theme of the letter (1:16–17).

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Dispersion of the Jews, Diaspora Faith Gospel Letter to the Romans New Creation, New Creature Paul the Apostle Rome (City) Sin Spiritual Gifts

Topics

Religious Zeal: Exemplified Spiritual Gifts