Romans 4:1

1 What then are we to say was gained by Abraham, our ancestor according to the flesh?

Romans 4:1 In-Context

1 What then are we to say was gained by Abraham, our ancestor according to the flesh?
2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God.
3 For what does the scripture say? "Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned to him as righteousness."
4 Now to one who works, wages are not reckoned as a gift but as something due.
5 But to one who without works trusts him who justifies the ungodly, such faith is reckoned as righteousness.

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  • [a]. Other ancient authorities read [say about]
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