Romans 5:3

And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

King James Version

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Other Translations for Romans 5:3

BSB

Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;

AKJV

And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation works patience;

CPDV

And not only that, but we also find glory in tribulation, knowing that tribulation exercises patience,

ERV

And not only so, but let us also rejoice in our tribulations: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

NHEB

Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering works perseverance;

SMT

And not only, but also we boast in affliction: knowing that affliction works perseverance;

Word Study (Strong’s) for Romans 5:3

AndG1161Conjunction notG3756 onlyG3440Adverb NeutersobutG235ConjunctionwegloryG2744Verb inG1722Preposition tribulationsG2347Noun Feminine alsoG2532Conjunction knowingG1492Verb thatG3754Conjunction tribulationG2347Noun Feminine workethG2716Verb patienceG5281Noun Feminine

Commentary for Romans 5:3

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

Overview of Romans 5:3

Summary

Taking pride in difficulties producing character

Event

Explaining benefits of tribulation

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD