Romans 2:26

Translations

Modern

If a man who is not circumcised keeps the requirements of the law, will not his uncircumcision be regarded as circumcision?

Traditional

Therefore if the uncircumcision keep the righteousness of the law, shall not his uncircumcision be counted for circumcision?

Literal

Therefore if the uncircumcision keeps the righteous requirements of the law, will not his uncircumcision be reckoned as circumcision?

Latin

Si igitur præputium justitias legis custodiat, nonne præputium illius in circumcisionem reputabitur?

Original

Greek

English

If a man who is not circumcised keeps the requirements of the law, will not his uncircumcision be regarded as circumcision?

Notes

Romans 2:26

will not his uncircumcision be regarded as circumcision?: Paul might be referring to Gentile Christians who are God's people because they follow God's law. Alternatively, he could be speaking in an imaginary way about what would happen if a non-Jew perfectly obeyed God's law.

Romans 1:18–3:20

Paul waits to explain righteousness through faith (see 3:21) until he first teaches about the sinfulness of all people. Both non-Jews and Jews are equally under the power of sin (1:18–32; 2:1–3:8). Because of this, both groups are in the same situation before God. No one can gain God’s favor by their own actions or obedience (3:9–20). All people need God’s saving action, not their own efforts.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Circumcision Circumcision in the New Testament Jews and Gentiles (Non-Jews) Natural Revelation Sin Enters the World The Limitations of Law

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Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Faith Jew Letter to the Romans Sin Uncircumcision

Topics

Circumcision: A Seal of Righteousness Formalism: General Scriptures Concerning Gentiles: Called: Uncircumcision Hypocrisy: General Scriptures Concerning Salvation: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

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