Romans 4:18

Translations

Modern

Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as he had been told, “So shall your offspring be.”

Traditional

Who against hope believed in hope, that he might become the father of many nations; according to that which was spoken, So shall thy seed be.

Literal

…who against hope in hope believed, for him to become the father of many nations, according to that having been spoken, “So will your seed be.”

Latin

…qui contra spem in spem credidit, ut fieret pater multarum gentium secundum quod dictum est ei: Sic erit semen tuum.

Original

Greek

English

Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as he had been told, “So shall your offspring be.”

Notes

Theme notes and profiles

Abraham Paul (Saul) Blessing God’s Covenant with Abraham

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Romans 4:18

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