King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
As concerning the gospel, [they are] enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, [they are] beloved for the fathers' sakes.
Complete Jewish Bible:
With respect to the Good News they are hated for your sake. But with respect to being chosen they are loved for the Patriarchs’ sake,
Berean Standard Bible:
Regarding the gospel, they are enemies on your account; but regarding election, they are loved on account of the patriarchs.
American Standard Version:
As touching the gospel, they are enemies for your sake: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers’ sake.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
As concerning{G2596}{G3303} the gospel{G2098}, they are enemies{G2190} for your sakes{G1223}{G5209}: but{G1161} as touching{G2596} the election{G1589}, they are beloved{G27} for{G1223} the fathers{G3962}' sakes{G1223}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Deuteronomy 10:15
- Only the LORD had a delight in thy fathers to love them, and he chose their seed after them, [even] you above all people, as [it is] this day.
Deuteronomy 7:7
- The LORD did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number than any people; for ye [were] the fewest of all people:
Deuteronomy 7:8
- But because the LORD loved you, and because he would keep the oath which he had sworn unto your fathers, hath the LORD brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you out of the house of bondmen, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt.
Romans 11:7
- What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded
Matthew 21:43
- Therefore say I unto you, The kingdom of God shall be taken from you, and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof.
Romans 9:5
- Whose [are] the fathers, and of whom as concerning the flesh Christ [came], who is over all, God blessed for ever. Amen.
Romans 11:11
- I say then, Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid: but [rather] through their fall salvation [is come] unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousy.
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Commentary for Romans 11:28
Romans 11:28 is a verse found within the larger context of Paul's letter to the Romans, specifically in a section where he is addressing the relationship between Jewish people (Israel) and the Gentiles (non-Jews) in God's redemptive plan. Paul has been discussing the partial hardening of Israel's heart to the gospel of Jesus Christ, which has allowed for the Gentiles to be grafted into the promises of God.
In this verse, Paul speaks to the complex dynamic of God's purposes for both Jews and Gentiles. He acknowledges that, in terms of the gospel, the Jewish people are considered "enemies" because of their general rejection of Jesus as the Messiah. This rejection, however, has led to the advancement of the gospel among the Gentiles. Yet, Paul emphasizes that this does not negate God's everlasting love and election of Israel. The Jewish people remain "beloved for the fathers' sakes," referring to the patriarchs of the faith like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This points to the irrevocable nature of God's covenant promises to the Jewish people, despite their current stance regarding Christ.
Historically, this verse reflects the tension within the early Christian community, which was largely Jewish at first but quickly grew to include a majority of Gentile believers. Paul is reassuring both groups of their place in God's plan: the Gentiles of their inclusion and the Jews of their ongoing significance. The verse also highlights the mystery of God's sovereignty in election and His purposes being worked out in history, which includes both the temporary rejection and the ultimate salvation of Israel. Paul's message is one of hope and inclusivity, affirming that God's plan is much larger than human understanding and that both Jews and Gentiles have a role in the story of redemption.
*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: 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: G3303
There are 193 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μέν
Transliteration: mén
Pronunciation: men
Description: a primary particle; properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with δέ (this one, the former, etc.):--even, indeed, so, some, truly, verily. Often compounded with other particles in an intensive or asseverative sense. - Strong's Number: G2098
There are 74 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εὐαγγέλιον
Transliteration: euangélion
Pronunciation: yoo-ang-ghel'-ee-on
Description: from the same as εὐαγγελίζω; a good message, i.e. the gospel:--gospel. - Strong's Number: G2190
There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐχθρός
Transliteration: echthrós
Pronunciation: ech-thros'
Description: from a primary (to hate); hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan):--enemy, foe. - Strong's Number: G1223
There are 580 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: διά
Transliteration: diá
Pronunciation: dee-ah'
Description: a primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional):--after, always, among, at, to avoid, because of (that), briefly, by, for (cause) … fore, from, in, by occasion of, of, by reason of, for sake, that, thereby, therefore, X though, through(-out), to, wherefore, with (-in). In composition it retains the same general importance. - Strong's Number: G5209
There are 388 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμᾶς
Transliteration: hymâs
Pronunciation: hoo-mas'
Description: accusative case of ὑμεῖς; you (as the objective of a verb or preposition):--ye, you (+ -ward), your (+ own). - Strong's Number: G1161
There are 2556 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δέ
Transliteration: dé
Pronunciation: deh
Description: a primary particle (adversative or continuative); but, and, etc.:--also, and, but, moreover, now (often unexpressed in English). - Strong's Number: G1589
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐκλογή
Transliteration: eklogḗ
Pronunciation: ek-log-ay'
Description: from ἐκλέγομαι; (divine) selection (abstractly or concretely):--chosen, election. - Strong's Number: G27
There are 698 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀγαπητός
Transliteration: agapētós
Pronunciation: ag-ap-ay-tos'
Description: from ἀγαπάω; beloved:--(dearly, well) beloved, dear. - Strong's Number: G3962
There are 372 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πατήρ
Transliteration: patḗr
Pronunciation: pat-ayr'
Description: apparently a primary word; a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote):--father, parent.