Galatians 6:13 nasb — For those who are circumcised do not even keep the Law themselves, but they desire to have you circumcised so that they…

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"For those who are circumcised do not even keep the Law themselves, but they desire to have you circumcised so that they may boast in your flesh."

— Galatians 6:13, NASB

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Galatians 6 — Context

10

So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.

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See with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand.

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Those who desire to make a good showing in the flesh try to compel you to be circumcised, simply so that they will not be persecuted for the cross of Christ.

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For those who are circumcised do not even keep the Law themselves, but they desire to have you circumcised so that they may boast in your flesh.

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But may it never be that I would boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.

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For neither is circumcision anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.

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And those who will walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, 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 NASB reads: “For those who are circumcised do not even keep the Law themselves, but they desire to have you circumcised so that they may boast 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 (NASB): “For those who are circumcised do not even keep the Law themselves, but they desire to have you circumcised so that they may boast 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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