Romans 7:21

I find then a law, that, when I would do good, evil is present with me.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Romans 7:21

BSB

So this is the principle I have discovered: When I want to do good, evil is right there with me.

AKJV

I find then a law, that, when I would do good, evil is present with me.

CPDV

And so, I discover the law, by wanting to do good within myself, though evil lies close beside me.

ERV

I find then the law, that, to me who would do good, evil is present.

NHEB

I find then the law, that, to me, while I desire to do good, evil is present.

SMT

I find therefore a law to me, wishing to do good, that evil lies near me.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Romans 7:21

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Commentary for Romans 7:21

Please note: this is not Scripture

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

Overview of Romans 7:21

Summary

Wrongdoing constantly opposes efforts toward righteousness.

Event

Observing persistent moral struggle pattern

Estimated Time Period

1st century AD