King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
For if thou wert cut out of the olive tree which is wild by nature, and wert graffed contrary to nature into a good olive tree: how much more shall these, which be the natural [branches], be graffed into their own olive tree?
Complete Jewish Bible:
For if you were cut out of what is by nature a wild olive tree and grafted, contrary to nature, into a cultivated olive tree, how much more will these natural branches be grafted back into their own olive tree!
Berean Standard Bible:
For if you were cut from a wild olive tree, and contrary to nature were grafted into one that is cultivated, how much more readily will these, the natural branches, be grafted into their own olive tree!
American Standard Version:
For if thou wast cut out of that which is by nature a wild olive tree, and wast grafted contrary to nature into a good olive tree; how much more shall these, which are the natural branches, be grafted into their own olive tree?
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
For{G1063} if{G1487} thou{G4771} wert cut{G1581} out of{G1537} the olive tree which is wild{G65} by{G2596} nature{G5449}, and{G2532} wert graffed{G1461} contrary to{G3844} nature{G5449} into{G1519} a good olive tree{G2565}: how much{G4214} more{G3123} shall these{G3778}, which be the natural{G2596}{G5449} branches, be graffed into{G1461} their own{G2398} olive tree{G1636}?
Cross-References (KJV):
Romans 11:17
- And if some of the branches be broken off, and thou, being a wild olive tree, wert graffed in among them, and with them partakest of the root and fatness of the olive tree;
Romans 11:18
- Boast not against the branches. But if thou boast, thou bearest not the root, but the root thee.
Romans 11:30
- For as ye in times past have not believed God, yet have now obtained mercy through their unbelief:
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Commentary for Romans 11:24
Romans 11:24 is a part of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Roman Christians, where he addresses the relationship between Jewish and Gentile believers in Jesus Christ. This verse uses an olive tree as a metaphor to illustrate the complex relationship between Jews and Gentiles in God's plan of salvation.
In the metaphor, the "wild olive tree" represents Gentiles, who are naturally separated from the "good olive tree," which symbolizes the covenant relationship with God that the Jewish people enjoyed. The act of being "cut out" and "grafted" contrary to nature into the good olive tree represents the inclusion of Gentiles into the faith of Abraham through Jesus Christ. This was a radical idea at the time, as the Jews considered themselves the exclusive recipients of God's promises.
Paul emphasizes that if Gentiles, who were considered outsiders, can be included in God's covenant through faith in Christ, then it should be even easier for the Jewish people—the natural branches—to be reconnected to their own olive tree, that is, to return to faith in God through Jesus the Messiah. This reflects the theme of God's mercy and the inclusive nature of the Gospel, which is available to all who believe, whether Jew or Gentile.
Historically, this verse reflects the early Christian struggle with the question of how the Jewish law and traditions relate to the new covenant established by Jesus. Paul's message is one of hope and unity, encouraging believers from all backgrounds to recognize their common roots in the faith of the patriarchs and their shared dependence on God's grace through Christ. This passage is also a warning to Gentile believers against pride, reminding them that they are part of God's people only by God's grace, not by their own merit.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G1063
There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: γάρ
Transliteration: gár
Pronunciation: gar
Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet. - Strong's Number: G1487
There are 271 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰ
Transliteration: ei
Pronunciation: i
Description: a primary particle of conditionality; if, whether, that, etc.:--forasmuch as, if, that, (al-)though, whether. Often used in connection or composition with other particles, especially as in εἴγε, εἰ δὲ μή(γε), εἰ καί, εἰ μή, εἰ μή τι, εἴ περ, εἴ πως, εἴ τις, ἐκ. See also ἐάν. - Strong's Number: G4771
There are 163 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: σύ
Transliteration: sý
Pronunciation: soo
Description: the personal pronoun of the second person singular; thou:-- thou. See also σέ, σοί, σοῦ; and for the plural ὑμᾶς, ὑμεῖς, ὑμῖν, ὑμῶν. - Strong's Number: G1581
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐκκόπτω
Transliteration: ekkóptō
Pronunciation: ek-kop'-to
Description: from ἐκ and κόπτω; to exscind; figuratively, to frustrate:--cut down (off, out), hew down, hinder. - Strong's Number: G1537
There are 761 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐκ
Transliteration: ek
Pronunciation: ex
Description: a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; literal or figurative; direct or remote):--after, among, X are, at, betwixt(-yond), by (the means of), exceedingly, (+ abundantly above), for(- th), from (among, forth, up), + grudgingly, + heartily, X heavenly, X hereby, + very highly, in, …ly, (because, by reason) of, off (from), on, out among (from, of), over, since, X thenceforth, through, X unto, X vehemently, with(-out). Often used in composition, with the same general import; often of completion. - Strong's Number: G65
There are 121 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀγριέλαιος
Transliteration: agriélaios
Pronunciation: ag-ree-el'-ah-yos
Description: from ἄγριος and ἐλαία; an oleaster:--olive tree (which is) wild. - Strong's Number: G2596
There are 436 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κατά
Transliteration: katá
Pronunciation: kat-ah'
Description: a primary particle; (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined):--about, according as (to), after, against, (when they were) X alone, among, and, X apart, (even, like) as (concerning, pertaining to touching), X aside, at, before, beyond, by, to the charge of, (charita-)bly, concerning, + covered, (dai-)ly, down, every, (+ far more) exceeding, X more excellent, for, from … to, godly, in(-asmuch, divers, every, -to, respect of), … by, after the manner of, + by any means, beyond (out of) measure, X mightily, more, X natural, of (up-)on (X part), out (of every), over against, (+ your) X own, + particularly, so, through(-oughout, -oughout every), thus, (un-)to(-gether, -ward), X uttermost, where(-by), with. In composition it retains many of these applications, and frequently denotes opposition, distribution, or intensity. - Strong's Number: G5449
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: φύσις
Transliteration: phýsis
Pronunciation: foo'-sis
Description: from φύω; growth (by germination or expansion), i.e. (by implication) natural production (lineal descent); by extension, a genus or sort; figuratively, native disposition, constitution or usage:--(man-)kind, nature(-al). - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G1461
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐγκεντρίζω
Transliteration: enkentrízō
Pronunciation: eng-ken-trid'-zo
Description: from ἐν and a derivative of κέντρον; to prick in, i.e. ingraft:--graff in(-to). - Strong's Number: G3844
There are 189 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: παρά
Transliteration: pará
Pronunciation: par-ah'
Description: a primary preposition; properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the vicinity of (objectively or subjectively), (with accusative case) to the proximity with (local (especially beyond or opposed to) or causal (on account of):--above, against, among, at, before, by, contrary to, X friend, from, + give (such things as they), + that (she) had, X his, in, more than, nigh unto, (out) of, past, save, side…by, in the sight of, than, (there-)fore, with. In compounds it retains the same variety of application. - Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively). - Strong's Number: G2565
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καλλιέλαιος
Transliteration: kalliélaios
Pronunciation: kal-le-el'-ah-yos
Description: from the base of καλλίον and ἐλαία; a cultivated olive tree, i.e. a domesticated or improved one:--good olive tree. - Strong's Number: G4214
There are 27 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πόσος
Transliteration: pósos
Pronunciation: pos'-os
Description: from an absolute (who, what) and ὅς; interrogative pronoun (of amount) how much (large, long or (plural) many):--how great (long, many), what. - Strong's Number: G3123
There are 81 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μᾶλλον
Transliteration: mâllon
Pronunciation: mal'-lon
Description: neuter of the comparative of the same as μάλιστα; (adverbially) more (in a greater degree)) or rather:--+ better, X far, (the) more (and more), (so) much (the more), rather. - Strong's Number: G3778
There are 344 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οὗτος
Transliteration: hoûtos
Pronunciation: how'-tahee
Description: from the article ὁ and αὐτός; the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated):--he (it was that), hereof, it, she, such as, the same, these, they, this (man, same, woman), which, who. - Strong's Number: G2398
There are 109 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἴδιος
Transliteration: ídios
Pronunciation: id'-ee-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate:--X his acquaintance, when they were alone, apart, aside, due, his (own, proper, several), home, (her, our, thine, your) own (business), private(-ly), proper, severally, their (own). - Strong's Number: G1636
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐλαία
Transliteration: elaía
Pronunciation: el-ah'-yah
Description: feminine of a presumed derivative from an obsolete primary; an olive (the tree or the fruit):--olive (berry, tree).