Romans 2:27
“And shall not uncircumcision which is by nature, if it fulfil the law, judge thee, who by the letter and circumcision dost transgress the law?”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
But he is a Jew which is one inwardly,.... Who has an internal work of grace upon his soul: who has not only an outward…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Which is by nature - Which is the natural state of man; his condition before he is admitted to any of the unique rites…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
And shall not uncircumcision, which is by nature - And shall not the Gentile, who is εκ φυσεως, according to the custom…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Romans 2:17-29
In the latter part of the chapter the apostle directs his discourse more closely to the Jews, and shows what sins they…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
uncircumcision which is by nature Better, the uncircumcision, &c.; a phrase not easy to explain exactly. Perhaps (though…
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