Romans 3:20

Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law is the knowledge of sin.

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Other Translations for Romans 3:20

BSB
Therefore no one will be justified in His sight by works of the law. For the law merely brings awareness of sin.
AKJV
Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law is the knowledge of sin.
CPDV
For in his presence no flesh shall be justified by the works of the law. For knowledge of sin is through the law.
ERV
because by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for through the law cometh the knowledge of sin.
NHEB
Because by the works of the law, no flesh will be justified in his sight. For through the law comes the knowledge of sin.
SMT
Therefore from the works of the law shall no flesh be justified before him: for by the law the knowledge of sin.

Commentary for Romans 3:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Romans 3:20
Summary
Law cannot justify; it reveals transgressions
Event
Paul contrasts law's purpose
Estimated Time Period
c. 55 AD
Category
Teaching