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Now we know that God’s judgment is in accordance with truth[a] against those who practice such things. And do you think,[b] whoever you are, when you judge[c] those who practice such things and yet do them yourself,[d] that you will escape God’s judgment? Or do you have contempt for the wealth of his kindness, forbearance, and patience, and yet do not know[e] that God’s kindness leads you to repentance?

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Footnotes

  1. Romans 2:2 tn Or “based on truth.”
  2. Romans 2:3 tn Grk “do you think this,” referring to the clause in v. 3b.
  3. Romans 2:3 tn Grk “O man, the one who judges.”
  4. Romans 2:3 tn Grk “and do them.” The other words are supplied to bring out the contrast implied in this clause.
  5. Romans 2:4 tn Grk “being unaware.”

Now we know that God’s judgment against those who do such things is based on truth. So when you, a mere human being, pass judgment on them and yet do the same things, do you think you will escape God’s judgment? Or do you show contempt for the riches(A) of his kindness,(B) forbearance(C) and patience,(D) not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?(E)

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