Romans 14:9

For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living.

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Other Translations for Romans 14:9

BSB

For this reason Christ died and returned to life, that He might be the Lord of both the dead and the living.

AKJV

For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living.

CPDV

For Christ died and rose again for this purpose: that he might be the ruler of both the dead and the living.

ERV

For to this end Christ died, and lived again, that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living.

NHEB

For to this end Christ died, and lived again, that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living.

SMT

For, for this Christ also died, and also arose, and returned again to life, that he might also reign over the dead and the living.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Romans 14:9

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Commentary for Romans 14:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Romans 14:9

Summary

Christ's death and resurrection establish his lordship

Event

Christ gains authority through resurrection

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD