Romans 1:32
And these, though they had known the justice of God, did not understand that those who act in such a manner are deserving of death, and not only those who do these things, but also those who consent to what is done.
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In The King James Version
In Context
31foolish, disorderly; without affection, without fidelity, without mercy.
Cross References
Hosea 7:3The king has rejoiced at their wickedness, and the leaders have rejoiced in their lies.
Luke 11:48Clearly, you are testifying that you consent to the actions of your fathers, because even though they killed them, you build their sepulchers.
Acts 22:20And when the blood of your witness Stephen was poured out, I stood nearby and was consenting, and I watched over the garments of those who put him to death.’
Romans 1:21For although they had known God, they did not glorify God, nor give thanks. Instead, they became weakened in their thoughts, and their foolish heart was obscured.
Romans 2:21As a result, you teach others, but you do not teach yourself. You preach that men should not steal, but you yourself steal.
Matthew Henry on Romans 1:20-32
The Excellency of the Gospel. ( a. d. 58.) 19 Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath showed it unto them. 20 For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: 21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful; but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. 22… Read the whole commentary →