Romans 3:19
"Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced and ..." — Romans 3:19 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced and the whole world held accountable to God.”Romans 3:19 (NIV)
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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Romans 3:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the Romans chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men.
Isaiah 25:5and like the heat of the desert. You silence the uproar of foreigners; as heat is reduced by the shadow of a cloud, so the song of the ruthless is stilled.
Isaiah 47:5“Sit in silence, go into darkness, Daughter of the Babylonians; no more will you be called queen of kingdoms.
Jeremiah 47:5Gaza will shave her head in mourning; Ashkelon will be silenced. O remnant on the plain, how long will you cut yourselves?
Jeremiah 48:2Moab will be praised no more; in Heshbon men will plot her downfall: ‘Come, let us put an end to that nation.’ You too, O Madmen, will be silenced; the sword will pursue you.
Jeremiah 49:26Surely, her young men will fall in the streets; all her soldiers will be silenced in that day,” declares the Lord Almighty.
Jeremiah 50:30Therefore, her young men will fall in the streets; all her soldiers will be silenced in that day,” declares the Lord.
Jeremiah 51:55The Lord will destroy Babylon; he will silence her noisy din. Waves of enemies will rage like great waters; the roar of their voices will resound.
A short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Romans 3:19. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does Romans 3:19 mean?
"Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced and ..." — Romans 3:19 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of Romans 3:19?
Romans 3:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the Romans chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does Romans 3:19 read in other translations?
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