Romans 14:17

For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.

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Other Translations for Romans 14:17

BSB
For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
AKJV
For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
CPDV
For the kingdom of God is not food and drink, but rather justice and peace and joy, in the Holy Spirit.
ERV
for the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Ghost.
NHEB
for the Kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.
SMT
For the kingdom of God is not food and drink; but justice, and peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

Commentary for Romans 14:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Romans 14:17
Summary
God's realm emphasizes virtue, peace, and joy
Event
Declaration of kingdom priorities
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching