Romans 3:23
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King James Version (modern wording)
For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Romans 3:23 (KJV)
American Standard Version
for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;
Romans 3:23 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,
Romans 3:23 (BSB)
Context of Romans 3:23
In Romans 1 to 3, Paul argues that both Gentiles and Jews are under sin. Verse 23 sums up that argument, and the next verses (3:21 to 26) describe being made right with God through faith in Jesus. Paul wrote this letter to the Christians in Rome.
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Questions about Romans 3:23
What does Romans 3:23 say?
Romans 3:23 in modern King James wording reads: "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;"
Where is Romans 3:23 found in the Bible?
Romans 3:23 is verse 23 of chapter 3 of the book of Romans, in the New Testament. Romans has 16 chapters.
What is the context of Romans 3:23?
In Romans 1 to 3, Paul argues that both Gentiles and Jews are under sin. Verse 23 sums up that argument, and the next verses (3:21 to 26) describe being made right with God through faith in Jesus. Paul wrote this letter to the Christians in Rome.