Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Under what circumstances was it credited? Was it after he was circumcised, or before? It was not after, but before! New Living Translation But how did this happen? Was he counted as righteous only after he was circumcised, or was it before he was circumcised? Clearly, God accepted Abraham before he was circumcised! English Standard Version How then was it counted to him? Was it before or after he had been circumcised? It was not after, but before he was circumcised. Berean Standard Bible In what context was it credited? Was it after his circumcision, or before? It was not after, but before. Berean Literal Bible How then was it credited? Being in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. King James Bible How was it then reckoned? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. New King James Version How then was it accounted? While he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? Not while circumcised, but while uncircumcised. New American Standard Bible How then was it credited? While he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? Not while circumcised, but while uncircumcised; NASB 1995 How then was it credited? While he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? Not while circumcised, but while uncircumcised; NASB 1977 How then was it reckoned? While he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? Not while circumcised, but while uncircumcised; Legacy Standard Bible How then was it counted? While he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? Not while circumcised, but while uncircumcised; Amplified Bible How then was it credited [to him]? Was it after he had been circumcised, or before? Not after, but while [he was] uncircumcised. Christian Standard Bible In what way, then, was it credited—while he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? It was not while he was circumcised, but uncircumcised. Holman Christian Standard Bible In what way then was it credited—while he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? Not while he was circumcised, but uncircumcised. American Standard Version How then was it reckoned? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision: Contemporary English Version But when did this happen? Was it before or after Abraham was circumcised? Of course, it was before. English Revised Version How then was it reckoned? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision: GOD'S WORD® Translation How was his faith regarded as God's approval? Was he circumcised or was he uncircumcised at that time? He had not been circumcised. Good News Translation When did this take place? Was it before or after Abraham was circumcised? It was before, not after. International Standard Version Under what circumstances was it credited? Was he circumcised or uncircumcised? He had not yet been circumcised, but was uncircumcised. Majority Standard Bible In what context was it credited? Was it after his circumcision, or before? It was not after, but before. NET Bible How then was it credited to him? Was he circumcised at the time, or not? No, he was not circumcised but uncircumcised! New Heart English Bible How then was it credited? When he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Webster's Bible Translation How then was it reckoned? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Weymouth New Testament What then were the circumstances under which this took place? Was it after he had been circumcised, or before? World English Bible How then was it counted? When he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHow then was it reckoned? He being in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision; Berean Literal Bible How then was it credited? Being in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Young's Literal Translation how then was it reckoned? he being in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision; Smith's Literal Translation How then was it reckoned? to him being in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHow then was it reputed? When he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Catholic Public Domain Version But then how was it reputed? In circumcision or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. New American Bible Under what circumstances was it credited? Was he circumcised or not? He was not circumcised, but uncircumcised. New Revised Standard Version How then was it reckoned to him? Was it before or after he had been circumcised? It was not after, but before he was circumcised. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHow then was it given to him? by means of circumcision, or in uncircumcision? It was not given in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Aramaic Bible in Plain English How therefore was it accounted to him, in circumcision or in uncircumcision? It was not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentUnder what circumstances, then, was it counted? After he was circumcised? Or, while he was uncircumcised? Not after he was circumcised, but while he was uncircumcised. Godbey New Testament Then how was it imputed? to him, being in circumcision or uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Haweis New Testament How then was it imputed to him? when circumcised, or while uncircumcised? Not when circumcised, but whilst uncircumcised. Mace New Testament how was it then accounted? whilst he was circumcised, or uncircumcised? he was not then circumcised, but uncircumcised: Weymouth New Testament What then were the circumstances under which this took place? Was it after he had been circumcised, or before? Worrell New Testament How, then, was it reckoned? When he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Worsley New Testament How then was it accounted to him? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Abraham Justified by Faith…9Is this blessing only on the circumcised, or also on the uncircumcised? We have been saying that Abraham’s faith was credited to him as righteousness. 10In what context was it credited? Was it after his circumcision, or before? It was not after, but before. 11And he received the sign of circumcision as a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised. So then, he is the father of all who believe but are not circumcised, in order that righteousness might be credited to them.… Cross References Genesis 15:6 Abram believed the LORD, and it was credited to him as righteousness. Galatians 3:6-9 So also, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” / Understand, then, that those who have faith are sons of Abraham. / The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and foretold the gospel to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” ... James 2:23 And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called a friend of God. Genesis 17:10-11 This is My covenant with you and your descendants after you, which you are to keep: Every male among you must be circumcised. / You are to circumcise the flesh of your foreskin, and this will be a sign of the covenant between Me and you. Galatians 3:14 He redeemed us in order that the blessing promised to Abraham would come to the Gentiles in Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. Genesis 12:3 I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” Genesis 17:24-27 So Abraham was ninety-nine years old when he was circumcised, / and his son Ishmael was thirteen; / Abraham and his son Ishmael were circumcised on the same day. ... Acts 7:8 Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. Galatians 5:6 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value. What matters is faith expressing itself through love. Genesis 17:1-5 When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to him and said, “I am God Almighty. Walk before Me and be blameless. / I will establish My covenant between Me and you, and I will multiply you exceedingly.” / Then Abram fell facedown, and God said to him, ... Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, / not by works, so that no one can boast. Genesis 18:18 Abraham will surely become a great and powerful nation, and through him all the nations of the earth will be blessed. Galatians 3:29 And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed and heirs according to the promise. Genesis 22:18 And through your offspring all nations of the earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed My voice.” Hebrews 11:8-10 By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, without knowing where he was going. / By faith he dwelt in the promised land as a stranger in a foreign country. He lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. / For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. Treasury of Scripture How was it then reckoned? when he was in circumcision, or in uncircumcision? Not in circumcision, but in uncircumcision. not in circumcision. See Genesis 15:5,6,16 And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy seed be… Genesis 16:1-3 Now Sarai Abram's wife bare him no children: and she had an handmaid, an Egyptian, whose name was Hagar… Genesis 17:1,10,23-27 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect… Jump to Previous Circumcised Circumcision Circumstances Counted Credited Judged Not Reckoned Uncircumcised UncircumcisionJump to Next Circumcised Circumcision Circumstances Counted Credited Judged Not Reckoned Uncircumcised UncircumcisionRomans 4 1. Abraham's faith was credited to him as righteousness;10. before he was circumcised. 13. By faith only he and his seed received the promise. 16. Abraham is the father of all who believe. 24. Our faith also shall be credited to us as righteousness. In what context was it credited? This phrase refers to the righteousness credited to Abraham by faith. The context is crucial because it highlights the principle that righteousness comes through faith, not works or adherence to the law. This is a foundational concept in Paul's argument that salvation is available to all, Jew and Gentile alike, through faith in Jesus Christ. The crediting of righteousness to Abraham is first mentioned in Genesis 15:6, where Abraham believed God's promise, and it was counted to him as righteousness. This sets a precedent for understanding faith as the means of being justified before God. Was it after his circumcision, or before? It was not after, but before. Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe central figure in this passage, Abraham is considered the father of faith. His faith was credited to him as righteousness before he was circumcised, making him a model for both Jews and Gentiles. 2. Circumcision A physical sign of the covenant between God and Abraham's descendants. In this context, it represents the Jewish law and customs. 3. Paul The apostle who wrote the letter to the Romans. He uses Abraham's example to illustrate that righteousness comes through faith, not works or adherence to the law. 4. Romans The recipients of Paul's letter, a diverse group of Jewish and Gentile believers in Rome. 5. Faith The key theme of this passage, emphasizing that righteousness is credited through faith, not through physical signs or works. Teaching Points Faith Precedes WorksAbraham's righteousness was credited before circumcision, illustrating that faith is the foundation of our relationship with God, not our works or adherence to religious rituals. Inclusivity of the Gospel By highlighting that Abraham was justified by faith before circumcision, Paul shows that the gospel is for both Jews and Gentiles, breaking down barriers of ethnicity and religious tradition. Righteousness by Faith Believers today are called to trust in God's promises and rely on faith for righteousness, rather than attempting to earn it through religious observance or good deeds. Historical Context and Modern Application Understanding the historical context of circumcision helps us apply the principle of faith over works in our modern context, where we might be tempted to rely on religious rituals or traditions for our standing with God. Living by Faith Just as Abraham's faith was active and led to obedience, our faith should lead us to live in a way that reflects our trust in God, impacting our daily decisions and interactions. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek In what contextπῶς (pōs) Adverb Strong's 4459: Adverb from the base of pou; an interrogative particle of manner; in what way?; also as exclamation, how much! was it credited? ἐλογίσθη (elogisthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3049: To reckon, count, charge with; reason, decide, conclude; think, suppose. [Was it after] ὄντι (onti) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. his circumcision, περιτομῇ (peritomē) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 4061: Circumcision. From peritemno; circumcision. or ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. [before]? ἀκροβυστίᾳ (akrobystia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 203: From akron and probably a modified form of posthe; the prepuce; by implication, an uncircumcised state or person. [It was] not οὐκ (ouk) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. [after], περιτομῇ (peritomē) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 4061: Circumcision. From peritemno; circumcision. but ἀλλ’ (all’) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. [before]. ἀκροβυστίᾳ (akrobystia) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular Strong's 203: From akron and probably a modified form of posthe; the prepuce; by implication, an uncircumcised state or person. 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