Romans 3:17
New International Version
and the way of peace they do not know.”

New Living Translation
They don’t know where to find peace.”

English Standard Version
and the way of peace they have not known.”

Berean Standard Bible
and the way of peace they have not known.”

Berean Literal Bible
and the way of peace they have not known.

King James Bible
And the way of peace have they not known:

New King James Version
And the way of peace they have not known.”

New American Standard Bible
AND THEY HAVE NOT KNOWN THE WAY OF PEACE.”

NASB 1995
AND THE PATH OF PEACE THEY HAVE NOT KNOWN.”

NASB 1977
AND THE PATH OF PEACE HAVE THEY NOT KNOWN.”

Legacy Standard Bible
AND THE PATH OF PEACE THEY HAVE NOT KNOWN.”

Amplified Bible
AND THEY HAVE NOT KNOWN THE PATH OF PEACE.”

Christian Standard Bible
and the path of peace they have not known.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and the path of peace they have not known.

American Standard Version
And the way of peace have they not known:

Contemporary English Version
They don't know how to live in peace.

English Revised Version
And the way of peace have they not known:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They have not learned to live in peace.

Good News Translation
They have not known the path of peace,

International Standard Version
They have not learned the path to peace.

Majority Standard Bible
and the way of peace they have not known.?

NET Bible
and the way of peace they have not known."

New Heart English Bible
The way of peace, they have not known."

Webster's Bible Translation
And the way of peace have they not known.

Weymouth New Testament
and the way to peace they have not known."

World English Bible
The way of peace, they haven’t known.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And a way of peace they did not know.

Berean Literal Bible
and the way of peace they have not known.

Young's Literal Translation
And a way of peace they did not know.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the way of peace they knew not:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the way of peace they have not known:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the way of peace they have not known.

New American Bible
and the way of peace they know not.

New Revised Standard Version
and the way of peace they have not known.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
They have not known the way of peace.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“The way of peace they have not known,”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
and the way of peace they have not known;

Godbey New Testament
and they have not known the way of peace.

Haweis New Testament
And they have not known the way of peace:

Mace New Testament
and the way of peace have they not known.

Weymouth New Testament
and the way to peace they have not known."

Worrell New Testament
and the ways of peace have they not known;

Worsley New Testament
and the way of peace they have not known; and the fear of God is not before their eyes."

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
There is No One Righteous
16ruin and misery lie in their wake, 17and the way of peace they have not known.” 18“There is no fear of God before their eyes.”…

Cross References
Isaiah 59:8
The way of peace they have not known, and there is no justice in their tracks. They have turned them into crooked paths; no one who treads on them will know peace.

Proverbs 3:17
All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.

Luke 1:79
to shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.”

Isaiah 57:21
“There is no peace,” says my God, “for the wicked.”

Jeremiah 6:16
This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look. Ask for the ancient paths: ‘Where is the good way?’ Then walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it!’

Ephesians 2:14-17
For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility / by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace / and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He put to death their hostility. ...

Psalm 36:4
Even on his bed he plots wickedness; he sets himself on a path that is not good; he fails to reject evil.

Matthew 7:13-14
Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. / But small is the gate and narrow the way that leads to life, and only a few find it.

Isaiah 48:22
“There is no peace,” says the LORD, “for the wicked.”

Psalm 119:165
Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your law; nothing can make them stumble.

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.

Isaiah 32:17
The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever.

Colossians 1:20
and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through the blood of His cross.

Psalm 14:3
All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one.

Hebrews 12:14
Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.


Treasury of Scripture

And the way of peace have they not known:

Romans 5:1
Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:

Isaiah 57:21
There is no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.

Isaiah 59:8
The way of peace they know not; and there is no judgment in their goings: they have made them crooked paths: whosoever goeth therein shall not know peace.

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Romans 3
1. The Jews prerogative;
3. which they have not lost;
9. howbeit the law convinces them also of sin;
20. therefore no one is justified by the law;
28. but all, without difference, by faith, only;
31. and yet the law is not abolished.














and the way of peace
This phrase highlights the absence of peace in the lives of those who are unrighteous. Biblically, "peace" often refers to more than just the absence of conflict; it encompasses a sense of wholeness and well-being. In the Hebrew context, this is akin to "shalom," which signifies completeness and harmony with God, others, and oneself. The "way of peace" suggests a path or lifestyle that leads to this holistic peace. In the broader biblical narrative, peace is a key theme, with Jesus Christ being referred to as the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). The absence of peace here indicates a life lived apart from God's intended order and blessing.

they have not known.
This part of the verse underscores ignorance or rejection of God's path to peace. The use of "known" implies more than intellectual understanding; it suggests experiential knowledge. In biblical terms, to "know" something often means to have a deep, personal, and relational understanding. The unrighteous have not experienced or embraced the peace that comes from a relationship with God. This ignorance is not merely accidental but is often willful, as seen in the broader context of Romans 1-3, where humanity's rejection of God leads to a lack of peace. This connects to the prophetic warnings in the Old Testament, such as in Isaiah 59:8, which Paul is likely referencing, where the absence of peace is a result of turning away from God's ways.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Paul the Apostle
The author of the Book of Romans, Paul was a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and theological writings. Romans is one of his epistles, written to the believers in Rome to explain the core tenets of the Christian faith.

2. The Church in Rome
The recipients of the letter, the Roman Christians were a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile believers living in the heart of the Roman Empire. Paul wrote to them to address theological issues and to unify them in their faith.

3. The Law
In Romans, Paul often refers to the Mosaic Law, which was given to the Israelites. He discusses its purpose and limitations in bringing about righteousness.
Teaching Points
Understanding the Absence of Peace
Romans 3:17 states, "and the way of peace they have not known." This highlights the reality that those who live in sin are estranged from true peace. True peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of righteousness and harmony with God.

The Role of Sin in Disrupting Peace
Sin inherently disrupts peace, both internally and externally. It creates a barrier between individuals and God, leading to unrest and turmoil. Recognizing this can help believers understand the importance of repentance and seeking God's peace.

Christ as the Source of Peace
While the world may offer temporary solutions, true and lasting peace is found only in Jesus Christ. Believers are called to seek Him and His righteousness to experience the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Living as Peacemakers
As followers of Christ, we are called to be peacemakers, reflecting the peace we have received from God in our relationships with others. This involves actively pursuing reconciliation and harmony in our communities.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

[the] way
ὁδὸν (hodon)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3598: A way, road, journey, path. Apparently a primary word; a road; by implication, a progress; figuratively, a mode or means.

of peace
εἰρήνης (eirēnēs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 1515: Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity.

they have not known.
ἔγνωσαν (egnōsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1097: A prolonged form of a primary verb; to 'know' in a great variety of applications and with many implications.


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