Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and, “In the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,’ there they will be called ‘children of the living God.’” New Living Translation And, “Then, at the place where they were told, ‘You are not my people,’ there they will be called ‘children of the living God.’” English Standard Version “And in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,’ there they will be called ‘sons of the living God.’” Berean Standard Bible and, “It will happen that in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ they will be called ‘sons of the living God.’” Berean Literal Bible and, "It will happen that in the place where it was said to them, 'You are not My people,' there they will be called 'sons of the living God.'" King James Bible And it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people; there shall they be called the children of the living God. New King James Version “And it shall come to pass in the place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ There they shall be called sons of the living God.” New American Standard Bible “AND IT SHALL BE THAT IN THE PLACE WHERE IT WAS SAID TO THEM, ‘YOU ARE NOT MY PEOPLE,’ THERE THEY SHALL BE CALLED SONS OF THE LIVING GOD.” NASB 1995 “AND IT SHALL BE THAT IN THE PLACE WHERE IT WAS SAID TO THEM, ‘YOU ARE NOT MY PEOPLE,’ THERE THEY SHALL BE CALLED SONS OF THE LIVING GOD.” NASB 1977 “AND IT SHALL BE THAT IN THE PLACE WHERE IT WAS SAID TO THEM, ‘YOU ARE NOT MY PEOPLE,’ THERE THEY SHALL BE CALLED SONS OF THE LIVING GOD.” Legacy Standard Bible “AND IT SHALL BE THAT IN THE PLACE WHERE IT WAS SAID TO THEM, ‘YOU ARE NOT MY PEOPLE,’ THERE THEY SHALL BE CALLED SONS OF THE LIVING GOD.” Amplified Bible “AND IT SHALL BE THAT IN THE PLACE WHERE IT WAS SAID TO THEM, ‘YOU ARE NOT MY PEOPLE,’ THERE THEY SHALL BE CALLED SONS OF THE LIVING GOD.” Christian Standard Bible And it will be in the place where they were told, you are not my people, there they will be called sons of the living God. Holman Christian Standard Bible And it will be in the place where they were told, you are not My people, there they will be called sons of the living God. American Standard Version And it shall be, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people, There shall they be called sons of the living God. Contemporary English Version "Once they were told, 'You are not my people.' But in that very place they will be called children of the living God." English Revised Version And it shall be, that in the place where it was said unto them, Ye are not my people, There shall they be called sons of the living God. GOD'S WORD® Translation Wherever they were told, 'You are not my people,' they will be called children of the living God." Good News Translation And in the very place where they were told, 'You are not my people,' there they will be called the children of the living God." International Standard Version In the very place where it was told them, 'You are not my people,' they will be called children of the living God." Majority Standard Bible and, ?It will happen that in the very place where it was said to them, ?You are not My people,? they will be called ?sons of the living God.?? NET Bible "And in the very place where it was said to them, 'You are not my people,' there they will be called 'sons of the living God.'" New Heart English Bible "It will be that in the place where it was said to them, 'You are not my people,' There they will be called 'children of the living God.'" Webster's Bible Translation And it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said to them, Ye are not my people; there shall they be called, The children of the living God. Weymouth New Testament And in the place where it was said to them, 'No people of Mine are you,' there shall they be called sons of the everliving God." World English Bible “It will be that in the place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,’ there they will be called ‘children of the living God.’” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand it will be—in the place where it was said to them, You [are] not My people; there they will be called sons of the living God.” Berean Literal Bible and, "It will happen that in the place where it was said to them, 'You are not My people,' there they will be called 'sons of the living God.'" Young's Literal Translation and it shall be -- in the place where it was said to them, Ye are not My people; there they shall be called sons of the living God.' Smith's Literal Translation And it shall be, in the place where it was said to them, Ye not my people; there shall they be called the sons of the living God. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd it shall be, in the place where it was said unto them, You are not my people; there they shall be called the sons of the living God. Catholic Public Domain Version And this shall be: in the place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,’ there they shall be called the sons of the living God.” New American Bible And in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,’ there they shall be called children of the living God.” New Revised Standard Version “And in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not my people,’ there they shall be called children of the living God.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said you are not my people; there shall they be called the children of the living God. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For it shall be in the place where they were called, “Not my people”, there they shall be called children of THE LIVING GOD.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd it shall come to pass, that, in the place where it was said to them: You are not my people, there shall they be called the sons of the living God. Godbey New Testament and it shall come to pass, in the place in which it was said to them, You are not my people, there they shall be called the sons of the living God: Haweis New Testament And it shall be in the place where it was said unto them, ye are not my people; there shall they be called the sons of the living God.? Mace New Testament and it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said unto them, ye are not my people; there shall they be called, the children of the living God." Weymouth New Testament And in the place where it was said to them, 'No people of Mine are you,' there shall they be called sons of the everliving God." Worrell New Testament And it shall be that in the place where it was said, 'Ye are not My people,' there shall they be called sons of the living God." Worsley New Testament And in the place where it was said to them, Ye are not my people, there shall they be called the children of the living God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Calling of the Gentiles…25As He says in Hosea: “I will call them ‘My People’ who are not My people, and I will call her ‘My Beloved’ who is not My beloved,” 26and, “It will happen that in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ they will be called ‘sons of the living God.’” 27Isaiah cries out concerning Israel: “Though the number of the Israelites is like the sand of the sea, only the remnant will be saved.… Cross References Hosea 1:10 Yet the number of the Israelites will be like the sand of the sea, which cannot be measured or counted. And it will happen that in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ they will be called ‘sons of the living God.’ 1 Peter 2:10 Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. Hosea 2:23 And I will sow her as My own in the land, and I will have compassion on ‘No Compassion.’ I will say to those called ‘Not My People,’ ‘You are My people,’ and they will say, ‘You are my God.’” Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. John 1:12 But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God— Galatians 3:26 You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. 1 John 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God. And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know Him. Isaiah 43:6 I will say to the north, ‘Give them up!’ and to the south, ‘Do not hold them back!’ Bring My sons from afar, and My daughters from the ends of the earth— Isaiah 56:5 I will give them, in My house and within My walls, a memorial and a name better than that of sons and daughters. I will give them an everlasting name that will not be cut off. Isaiah 62:2 Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory. You will be called by a new name that the mouth of the LORD will bestow. Isaiah 65:1 “I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me; I was found by those who did not seek Me. To a nation that did not call My name, I said, ‘Here I am! Here I am!’ Deuteronomy 32:21 They have provoked My jealousy by that which is not God; they have enraged Me with their worthless idols. So I will make them jealous by those who are not a people; I will make them angry by a nation without understanding. Ezekiel 16:62-63 So I will establish My covenant with you, and you will know that I am the LORD, / so that when I make atonement for all you have done, you will remember and be ashamed and never again open your mouth because of your disgrace, declares the Lord GOD.” Zechariah 8:8 I will bring them back to dwell in Jerusalem, where they will be My people, and I will be their faithful and righteous God.” Zechariah 13:9 This third I will bring through the fire; I will refine them like silver and test them like gold. They will call on My name, and I will answer them. I will say, ‘They are My people,’ and they will say, ‘The LORD is our God.’” Treasury of Scripture And it shall come to pass, that in the place where it was said to them, You are not my people; there shall they be called the children of the living God. And it. Hosea 1:9,10 Then said God, Call his name Loammi: for ye are not my people, and I will not be your God… there shall. Romans 8:16 The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: Isaiah 43:6 I will say to the north, Give up; and to the south, Keep not back: bring my sons from far, and my daughters from the ends of the earth; John 11:52 And not for that nation only, but that also he should gather together in one the children of God that were scattered abroad. Jump to Previous ChildrenJump to Next ChildrenRomans 9 1. Paul is sorry for the Jews.7. All of Abraham not of the promise. 18. God's sovereignty. 25. The calling of the Gentiles and rejecting of the Jews, foretold. 32. The cause of their stumbling. and, “It will happen that in the very place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ This phrase references the prophecy from Hosea 1:10, where God speaks to the Israelites about their future restoration. Historically, this was a time when the Northern Kingdom of Israel was facing judgment and exile due to their unfaithfulness. The phrase "not My people" signifies a period of separation from God's covenant blessings. The geographical context refers to the land of Israel, where these declarations were made. This prophecy highlights God's sovereignty and His ability to restore and redeem His people despite their past disobedience. they will be called ‘sons of the living God.’” Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of the Book of Romans, Paul is addressing the believers in Rome, explaining God's sovereignty and the inclusion of the Gentiles in His plan of salvation. 2. Hosea An Old Testament prophet whose writings Paul references in this verse. Hosea's message was initially directed to the Israelites, emphasizing God's judgment and eventual restoration. 3. Gentiles Non-Jewish people who, according to Paul, are now included in God's covenant and called "sons of the living God." 4. Israel The original recipients of God's covenant, who are now being contrasted with the Gentiles in terms of faith and acceptance of the Gospel. 5. Rome The city where the recipients of this letter reside, a diverse community of Jewish and Gentile believers. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in SalvationGod's plan includes both Jews and Gentiles, demonstrating His sovereign choice and grace. Identity in Christ Believers, regardless of their background, are given a new identity as "sons of the living God," emphasizing the transformative power of faith in Christ. Fulfillment of Prophecy The inclusion of the Gentiles fulfills Old Testament prophecies, showing the consistency and faithfulness of God's word. Unity in the Body of Christ The passage encourages unity among believers, as all are equally called and valued in God's family. Hope and Restoration The message of being called "sons of the living God" offers hope and assurance of restoration and acceptance by God.(26) And it shall come to pass.--This, too, was originally spoken of the restoration of the northern exiles to the land of Palestine. As applied to the conversion of the Gentiles, it would mean that the lands which had previously been heathen should become Christian. There is some doubt whether the Hebrew of Hosea should not rather be translated, "instead of calling them," for "in her place where it was said unto them." Instead of calling them "Ye are not my people," they will be called "Sons of the living God." So Ewald and Hitzig. Greek and,Καὶ (Kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. “It will happen that Ἔσται (Estai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. very place τόπῳ (topō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 5117: Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard. where οὗ (hou) Adverb Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. it was said ἐρρέθη (errethē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2046: Probably a fuller form of rheo; an alternate for epo in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. Speak or say. to them, αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. ‘You ὑμεῖς (hymeis) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. [are] not Οὐ (Ou) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. My μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. people,’ λαός (laos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2992: Apparently a primary word; a people. they will be called κληθήσονται (klēthēsontai) Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 2564: (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'. ‘sons Υἱοὶ (Huioi) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship. of [the] living ζῶντος (zōntos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2198: To live, be alive. A primary verb; to live. God.’” Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Links Romans 9:26 NIVRomans 9:26 NLT Romans 9:26 ESV Romans 9:26 NASB Romans 9:26 KJV Romans 9:26 BibleApps.com Romans 9:26 Biblia Paralela Romans 9:26 Chinese Bible Romans 9:26 French Bible Romans 9:26 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Romans 9:26 It will be that in the place (Rom. Ro) |
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