King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.
Complete Jewish Bible:
that it too would be set free from its bondage to decay and would enjoy the freedom accompanying the glory that God’s children will have.
Berean Standard Bible:
that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God.
American Standard Version:
that the creation itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the liberty of the glory of the children of God.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Because{G3754} the creature{G2937} itself{G846} also{G2532} shall be delivered{G1659} from{G575} the bondage{G1397} of corruption{G5356} into{G1519} the glorious{G1391} liberty{G1657} of the children{G5043} of God{G2316}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Revelation 22:3
- And there shall be no more curse: but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it; and his servants shall serve him:
Revelation 22:5
- And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun; for the Lord God giveth them light: and they shall reign for ever and ever.
Acts 3:21
- Whom the heaven must receive until the times of restitution of all things, which God hath spoken by the mouth of all his holy prophets since the world began.
2 Peter 3:13
- Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.
Revelation 21:1
- ¶ And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.
Romans 8:19
- For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.
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Commentary for Romans 8:21
Romans 8:21 is part of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Christian community in Rome, written around AD 57. This verse is situated within a larger passage that discusses the hope and future glory awaiting believers. The historical context of this letter is significant, as it was written during a time of social and religious tension between Jews and Gentiles, and the early Christian church was navigating its identity and theological distinctives.
In Romans 8:21, Paul speaks to the broader theme of redemption and liberation, not only for humanity but for all of creation. The verse expresses the Christian belief that the entire cosmos, including non-human creatures, is subject to the consequences of human sin and the resulting corruption and decay. This condition is described as a form of bondage or slavery from which creation longs to be freed.
The verse holds a message of hope: just as humans will be liberated from the power of sin and death through Jesus Christ, so too will creation experience a form of deliverance. This deliverance is envisioned as a transformation into a state of "glorious liberty," which is associated with the freedom and dignity of being part of God's family. The "glorious liberty of the children of God" suggests a future in which both humans and the rest of creation live in harmony with God's purposes, free from the taint of sin and its effects.
In summary, Romans 8:21 conveys a profound theological message about the scope of redemption, encompassing not just human beings but all of creation. It reflects the early Christian hope in a future restoration and renewal of the world, which is an integral part of the eschatological expectations within the New Testament. This verse reassures believers that the suffering and brokenness of the present world are not the end of the story, and it anticipates a time when all things will be made new in Christ.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G3754
There are 1189 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅτι
Transliteration: hóti
Pronunciation: hot'-ee
Description: neuter of ὅστις as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because:--as concerning that, as though, because (that), for (that), how (that), (in) that, though, why. - Strong's Number: G2937
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: κτίσις
Transliteration: ktísis
Pronunciation: ktis'-is
Description: from κτίζω; original formation (properly, the act; by implication, the thing, literally or figuratively):--building, creation, creature, ordinance. - Strong's Number: G846
There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αὐτός
Transliteration: autós
Pronunciation: ow-tos'
Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ. - 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: G1659
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐλευθερόω
Transliteration: eleutheróō
Pronunciation: el-yoo-ther-o'-o
Description: from ἐλεύθερος; to liberate, i.e. (figuratively) to exempt (from moral, ceremonial or mortal liability):--deliver, make free. - Strong's Number: G575
There are 1465 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀπό
Transliteration: apó
Pronunciation: apo'
Description: a primary particle; "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative):--(X here-)after, ago, at, because of, before, by (the space of), for(-th), from, in, (out) of, off, (up-)on(-ce), since, with. In composition (as a prefix) it usually denotes separation, departure, cessation, completion, reversal, etc. - Strong's Number: G1397
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δουλεία
Transliteration: douleía
Pronunciation: doo-li'-ah
Description: from δουλεύω; slavery (ceremonially or figuratively):--bondage. - Strong's Number: G5356
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: φθορά
Transliteration: phthorá
Pronunciation: fthor-ah'
Description: from φθείρω; decay, i.e. ruin (spontaneous or inflicted, literally or figuratively):--corruption, destroy, perish. - 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: G1391
There are 151 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: δόξα
Transliteration: dóxa
Pronunciation: dox'-ah
Description: from the base of δοκέω; glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective):--dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship. - Strong's Number: G1657
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐλευθερία
Transliteration: eleuthería
Pronunciation: el-yoo-ther-ee'-ah
Description: from ἐλεύθερος; freedom (legitimate or licentious, chiefly moral or ceremonial):--liberty. - Strong's Number: G5043
There are 91 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: τέκνον
Transliteration: téknon
Pronunciation: tek'-non
Description: from the base of τίκτω; a child (as produced):--child, daughter, son. - Strong's Number: G2316
There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: θεός
Transliteration: theós
Pronunciation: theh'-os
Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward).