Galatians 6:13 kjv — For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; but desire to have you circumcised, that they may glory i…

King James Version

"For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; but desire to have you circumcised, that they may glory in your flesh."

— Galatians 6:13, King James Version

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Galatians 6 — Context

10

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.

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Ye see how large a letter I have written unto you with mine own hand.

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As many as desire to make a fair shew in the flesh, they constrain you to be circumcised; only lest they should suffer persecution for the cross of Christ.

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For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; but desire to have you circumcised, that they may glory in your flesh.

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But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.

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For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.

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And as many as walk according to this rule, peace be on them, and mercy, and upon the Israel of God.

Galatians 6:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Galatians 6:13 say?
Galatians 6:13 in the King James Version reads: “For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; but desire to have you circumcised, that they may glory in your flesh.”
Where is Galatians 6:13 in the Bible?
Galatians 6:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Galatians, chapter 6, verse 13.
Who wrote Galatians?
Galatians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 48–55.
What is the book of Galatians about?
Galatians is Paul's fierce defense of justification by faith alone against teachers who would add the Law to the gospel. He argues that the Cross plus anything is no gospel — and that the freedom of the sons of God is not a license to sin but a Spirit-led life of love.
What are the major themes of Galatians?
Galatians explores themes including Justification by Faith, Freedom, Spirit vs. Flesh, Christian Liberty. These themes shape the meaning and context of Galatians 6:13.
What translation should I read Galatians 6:13 in?
Galatians 6:13 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Galatians 6:13?
Galatians 6:13 reads (KJV): “For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; but desire to have you circumcised, that they may glory in your flesh.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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